Exam 12: Relationship Dynamics

Relationships help to meet two personal attributes; what are they?

The more closely people live, the __________________________.

Intimacy involves all of the following kinds of closeness except:

What makes Americans "results-oriented"-even in a relationship? What does that mean?

Which of the following variables is not often considered when we are influenced by how attracted or drawn we feel toward another?

We like people whose behavior provides us with a maximum reward at minimum cost.

Communication with others helps us meet our needs at each need level.

Experiencing feelings of intimacy or connection that are not directly apparent to others is known as romantic intimacy.

When the contacts that we have with a single person vary, our relationship typically has greater breadth.

Meetings are left to chance with these kinds of relationships.

Why do you think that we often "fall" for someone who is very different from us?

Role-limited interaction is often the second stage of a friendship.

Choosing a partner (online) is based more on _______________ similarities and is not necessarily a rational decision.

What kind of media/TV shows typically portray men in a stereotypical fashion?

During this stage, two people may share a common space-but they do not share one another's goals or values.

During acquaintanceships, people seek one another out and provide emotional support.