FRHD 2060 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Relationship Education, Assortative Mating, Elder Abuse

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Family Relations and Human Development
• Course: FRHD 2060
• Professor: Scott Maitland

Document Summary

Friendship mutual relationship in which those involved influence each other"s behaviours and beliefs, and define friendship quality as the satisfaction derived from the relationship. Having good friendships boosts self-esteem and happiness. Abcde model describes friendships and how they change. People tend to have more friendships and acquaintances during young adulthood than at any other period. These are important b/c life satisfaction is important to quality and quantity of contact with friends. College students with strong friendships adjust better to stressful situations and life events. People with friends that are more diverse have more positive attitudes towards different ethnicities and cultures. Friendship changes the way the brain functions. 3 themes characterize traditional and new forms of adult friendships. Affective or emotional basis of friendship that refers to self-disclosure and expressions of intimacy, appreciation, affection, support, and all are based on trust, loyalty, and commitment. Shared nature of friendship reflects on how friends participate in or support mutual interest activities.