CMST 2010 Chapter : Chapter 10
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The most common reasons reported for terminating a friendship were less affection (22. 8 percent), friend or self changed (21 percent), no longer participate in activities or spend time together (15. 4 percent), and increase in distance (13 percent). Men and women end friendships for different reasons. Social exchange theory refers to an assessment of costs and rewards in determining the value of pursuing or continuing a relationship. According to social exchange theory, when the costs of the relationship outweigh the rewards, we contemplate ending the friendship. Indirect methods reflect your intentions of gradually letting go of the relationship. Ex: calling/texting your friend less, spending less time. Direct methods of ending friendships are when you directly tell your friend how you feel. Terminating romantic relationships four common reasons individuals leave romantic relationships: (1) infidelity, (2) lack of commitment, (3) dissimilarity, and (4) outside pressures.
