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What is a primary characteristic of the circumscribing stage in relationships?
What is a primary characteristic of the circumscribing stage in relationships?
- Loss of self and neglect of personal needs. (correct)
- Desire for change within the relationship.
- Complete severance of the relationship.
- Increased self-disclosure and communication.
What happens during the stagnating stage of a relationship?
What happens during the stagnating stage of a relationship?
- Time spent together significantly decreases. (correct)
- The relationship reaches a complete end.
- There is an increase in self-disclosure.
- Partners actively seek to improve communication.
Which stage reflects a desire to distance oneself through excuses and avoidance of communication?
Which stage reflects a desire to distance oneself through excuses and avoidance of communication?
- Avoiding (correct)
- Stagnating
- Terminating
- Circumscribing
Which dialectical tension represents the desire for both closeness and independence?
Which dialectical tension represents the desire for both closeness and independence?
What is a potential outcome of excessive stability in a relationship?
What is a potential outcome of excessive stability in a relationship?
What does the terminating stage of a relationship indicate?
What does the terminating stage of a relationship indicate?
What is the primary issue associated with the expression-privacy dialectical tension?
What is the primary issue associated with the expression-privacy dialectical tension?
Which of the following stages can indicate that the relationship might still improve if actively addressed?
Which of the following stages can indicate that the relationship might still improve if actively addressed?
Flashcards
Circumscribing Relationship Stage
Circumscribing Relationship Stage
A stage in a relationship where individuals neglect their own needs and focus too much on the relationship, often creating a protective bubble.
Stagnating Relationship Stage
Stagnating Relationship Stage
A relationship stage where communication and connection decrease due to increased distance between partners without ending the relationship yet.
Avoiding Relationship Stage
Avoiding Relationship Stage
A stage in a relationship where individuals actively create distance by avoiding direct communication or giving excuses.
Terminating Relationship Stage
Terminating Relationship Stage
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Integration-Separation Dialectic
Integration-Separation Dialectic
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Stability-Change Dialectic
Stability-Change Dialectic
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Expression-Privacy Dialectic
Expression-Privacy Dialectic
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Relationship Dynamics
Relationship Dynamics
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Study Notes
Circumscribing
- Circumscribing occurs when a person loses themselves in a relationship, neglecting self-care
- It's a form of relationship rebalancing, creating a personal bubble
- Stagnation happens when this bubble expands, leading to reduced self-disclosure
- Recognizing this stage involves increasing time allocated to oneself
Terminating
- Terminating a relationship involves completely severing ties
- This can be a necessary action in certain circumstances
- Not all relationships are meant to last indefinitely
Dialectical Tensions
- Dialectical tensions arise from conflicting forces existing simultaneously
- Integration-Separation: desire for both connection and independence coexists
- Inclusion-Seclusion: balancing close relationships with personal space is a constant challenge
- Stability-Change: acknowledging the need for stability and resisting stagnation is important
- Expression-Privacy: balancing the need for open expression with the desire for privacy is a constant challenge
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This quiz explores key concepts in relationship dynamics, including circumscribing, terminating, and dialectical tensions. It addresses how personal well-being and relationship balance can impact self-disclosure and the nature of connections. Test your knowledge on the complexities that relationships entail.
