COM 1100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Social Exchange Theory, Relational Dialectics, Storge
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Chapter 7: developing and maintaining relationships: types of interpersonal relationships. Relational network web of relationships that connect individuals to one another. Family a small social group bound by ties of blood, civil contract (marriage, civil union, adoption), and a commitment to care for and be responsible for one another, usually in a shard household. Friendship a close and caring relationship between two people that is perceived as mutually satisfying and beneficial: benefits include emotional support, companionship, and help coping with major life stressors, six characteristics of friendship. Availability making time for one another. Caring feelings of concern for the happiness and well-being of each other. Honesty being open and truthful with each other, even if that means saying things that are hard to hear. Trust being honest and maintaining confidentiality. Loyalty maintaining relationships despite disagreements and framing differences as positives. Empathy communicating the ability to feel what each other is feeling and experiencing.
