Download or read book Using Attachment Theory and the Hyperpersonal Model to Examine Relationship Maintenance Satisfaction and Affectionate Communication in Romantic Relationships written by Christina J. Gentile and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this study, individuals in long-distance and geographically close romantic relationships are surveyed to examine if there are differences in regards to one's relationship maintenance, affectionate communication, and relationship satisfaction via Facebook that is exhibited to a romantic partner. Attachment theory also is utilized to examine the same variables, but to assess if the results vary by attachment style. Both this theory as well as the hyperpersonal model (Walther, 1996) is used to guide this research. This model is typically used to explain why initial interactions among strangers can lead to heightened levels of communication and idealization, but limited research has examined the model in conjunction with those who are in already-established relationships, such as romantic ones. The results of this study suggest that there are few differences in Facebook use for individuals with varying attachment styles and relationship types. Thus, Facebook likely is not a primary medium individuals use to communicate with a romantic partner, although some findings indicate it still is beneficial.
Download or read book Affectionate Communication as a Mediator Between Attachment Style and Marital Satisfaction written by Daniel Achina Agyemang and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The marital relationship is regarded as one of the most significant unions in an individual's life, and some cultures view the couple as the most central and sacred unit of a family (Shweder et al., 2003). Many U.S. marriages end in divorce, suggesting considerable dissatisfaction with marriages (National Center for Health Statistics, 2020). Therefore, the present study examined attachment style and affectionate communication as factors that may relate to marital satisfaction. The study tested two hypotheses. The first hypothesis stated that individuals with less anxious and avoidant attachment styles would have greater marital satisfaction. The second hypothesis predicted that individuals' affectionate communication would mediate the relationships between anxious and avoidant attachment style and marital satisfaction. A total of 157 participants were recruited through social media and Amazon's Mechanical Turk for the online study. Hypothesis 1 was partially supported because anxious attachment was significantly related to marital satisfaction but avoidant attachment was not. Hypothesis 2 was also partially supported because the negative indirect effect of anxious attachment on marital satisfaction was significant but the indirect effect for avoidant attachment was not. The present study also explored gender differences on attachment style, affectionate communication, and marital satisfaction. The one gender difference that was significant was on marital satisfaction with males being more satisfied. The thesis discusses theoretical and practical implications. Also, avenues for future research are noted.
Download or read book Relational Satisfaction Among Non proximal Romantic Relationships Using Adult Attachment Theory written by Sherry Ann Craft and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a scarcity of scholarly literature examining relational satisfaction among long distance (non-proximal) romantic relationships (NPRRs). Understanding the unique constructs and contextual factors of this population through an adult attachment theoretical lens has implications for clinical practice and future research. Non-proximal romantic relationships serve as an increasing relational form given modern social mobility and technological advances. Distanced couples challenge Western relational ideals that postulate frequent face-to-face communication and proximal shared activities are critical for relational satisfaction, quality and longevity. Most published studies lack a theoretical framework for understanding relational dynamics of distanced dyads. The current study applied adult attachment theory to examine specific domains of relational satisfaction reported by NPRRs, utilizing attachment style (i.e., secure, fearful, dismissing, preoccupied) as a moderator. Participants included 126 self-identified NPRR partners who completed a demographic questionnaire, the Experiences in Close Relationships Scale, Revised (ECR-R), and the Marital Satisfaction Inventory, Revised (MSI-R). Results indicated that securely attached partners had higher levels of relational satisfaction than insecure partners (i.e., fearful, dismissive, preoccupied) in the areas of global satisfaction, affective communication, problem-solving skills, time spent together or common interests, finances, and sexual relations. Conversely, the fearfully attached NPRR partners reported the least satisfaction in each domain. Significant findings were not found for an interaction of relationship cycle (separation versus reunion) and attachment style on the level of relational satisfaction. The results determined there was no correlation between frequency of face-to-face visits with relational satisfaction. The current study provides clinical implications for understanding relating at a distance (i.e., communication dynamics) using attachment-based therapies (i.e., Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy), and offers valuable insight and perspectives for clinical practice. This study also provides a novel approach to relational satisfaction by identifying specific domains of relational distress (i.e., problem-solving skills, finances, and sexual relations) in relation to adult attachment style. Overall, the current findings indicate attachment style is a salient construct in distanced romantic partners' relational satisfaction regardless of contextual variations (i.e., frequency of face-to-face visits). Interpretation and limitations of the findings, applied clinical implications, and future directions are discussed.
Download or read book The Affection Formula Understanding the Science of Contemporary Love written by Thea T. Tristen and published by Book Lovers HQ. This book was released on 2024-08-14 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an era where technology, cultural shifts, and societal changes rapidly reshape how we experience love, The Affection Formula: Understanding the Science of Contemporary Love stands out as a unique and comprehensive guide. It offers a compelling exploration of modern relationships, providing not only scientific insights but also practical strategies for fostering deep, meaningful connections. This book is your go-to resource for navigating contemporary romance's complex dynamics. Are you finding it difficult to establish genuine connections in a world dominated by dating apps and social media? The Affection Formula not only understands your struggle but also delves into it. It explores the impact of digital communication on relationships, validating your experiences and examining how the convenience of technology can sometimes lead to superficial interactions and unrealistic expectations. The book also explores the psychology of love, from the nuances of attachment styles to the importance of emotional intelligence in maintaining a healthy relationship. In addition, The Affection Formula addresses the evolving cultural norms that influence modern love. With changing perspectives on marriage, gender roles, and the rise of non-traditional partnerships, this book provides valuable insights into how these shifts affect our romantic lives. You’ll also discover strategies for effective communication, setting and respecting boundaries, and sustaining long-term commitments in a world that often promotes instant gratification over enduring connections. What you will find in this book: Deep insights into the psychology and neuroscience of love and attraction The impact of technology on dating and relationship dynamics Practical advice for setting healthy boundaries in modern relationships Effective communication strategies for deeper emotional connections Understanding and managing the complexities of commitment in today’s world Whether navigating the dating scene, building a committed relationship, or simply seeking to understand love better, The Affection Formula equips you with the knowledge and tools to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary romance.
Download or read book Attachment Theory The Science of Successful Relationships Authentic Love Romance and Connection written by Darcy Carter and published by Darcy Carter. This book was released on with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover The Secrets To Building Healthy, Happy and Rewarding Relationships We all want that special 'someone' who's going to love us unconditionally, honour us and accept us for just being who we are. Authentic love and connection are enormously powerful bonds between two people. Unfortunately though, if we've had more than our fair share of bad relationships through our lifetime. Then it can become easy to suspect there's no right person, just many different alternatives of wrong. We have a staggering divorce rate which causes untold damage to the partners and even more so to their children. It is common, perhaps expected, for relationships to suffer from maladaptive patterns over time (it's like a car that needs maintenance) and these are fixable when both partners do the work. Our interpersonal relationships start forming as soon as we're born, and psychologists have studied how those early connections can set the stage for the other relationships we form later in life. The attachment theory argues that a strong emotional and physical bond to one primary caregiver in our first years of life, is critical to our development. Change the way you view every type of relationship you have ever had, and will ever have. Make healthier choices in choosing who to date, and discover a new dimension of connection, where relationships can become an institution for unlimited creativity, fulfilment, intimacy, and love. If you are in a relationship, this book will show you how to examine the unknown path that you'll travel with your spouse, and carefully evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your relationship. If you are single, this book will help you to become clear and define what you want in your ideal future partner - and also what you don't want! The key ingredient to happy and fulfilled people is the quality of their intimate, social, family and professional relationships - nothing else in life comes even remotely close. Go Ahead, Transform The Quality of Your Relationships and Make Love Work For You, Just Scroll Up and Click Add to Cart
Download or read book Attraction and Attachment written by Barbara Jo Brothers and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-01-14 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a fascinating exploration of the powerful forces of attachment and attraction that determine the formation and styles of couples’relationships. What factors attract one person to another? What determines whether or not a healthy relationship is formed? As therapists know, there is much in this world that passes for love but is really the result of leftover dependency needs and unresolved attachment issues. Attraction and Attachment: Understanding Styles of Relationships examines issues of attachment in relationships, discusses the validity of the concept of codependency as one aspect of attachment, and explores various aspects of attraction.The contributing authors consider some of the many styles of relationships that are called love and examine some of the basic sources of attraction. Attraction and Attachment includes an in-depth evaluation of the concept of codependency, a review of the literature on attraction, methods for achieving equilibrium in sexual intimacy, and some of Virginia Satir’s insights on fear and making changes. Just a few of the specific topics explored in these important chapters include: the relationship of childhood attachment experiences and successful long-term marriages the influence of therapists’implicit philosophies on treatment options and their effectiveness in therapy a review of biological, psychological, and social psychological literature on mate selection a definition of codependency a study of the link between codependency and depression couples’acceptance of alternative treatment formatsPsychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers, as well as substance abuse counselors and pastoral counselors, can discover new insights on attraction and attachment in this provocative book. All mental health professionals can find new ways of looking at the foundational elements of relationships that are invaluable to them in their work with couples.
Download or read book Attachment Theory Workbook written by David Lawson PhD and published by David Lawson PhD. This book was released on 2023-09-27 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you find it difficult to maintain a successful romantic relationship? Do you see the same behaviour patterns in yourself emerging in your relationships, time and time again? Are you constantly worried that everything will end in heartbreak? Is it possible to predict the likelihood of the success or failure of a relationship in advance? Whether we are aware of it or not, our childhood experiences play a huge role in forming the kind of people that we become. The relationships that we have had as children with our parents, or other primary caregivers, have a profound effect on how we react to any given situation in our lives; and, how we interact with the people around us. As small children, we instinctively respond to the kind of love and support offered by our parents or guardians. While a strong bond with our primary caregiver is fundamental to our development in these early years, any difficulties arising from this attachment can lead to problems with relationships and self-image in later life. In fact, unworked or incorrect dysfunctional attachment models can lead us to make poor emotional choices, or enter into dysfunctional and unstable relationships that may be characterised by violence, oppression or submission. Human relationships can give rise to the constant presence of a fear of abandonment, associated with control behaviours, a continuous search for reassurance, emotional hypervigilance and sometimes even emotional blackmail. Whether you like it or not, attachment styles inevitably shape intimate relationships between people. Knowing what they are and managing them efficiently guarantees you a positive and stable outlook on your relationships for life. This book is suggested reading if your relationship is characterized by: · Dissatisfaction and/or high levels of conflict. · Obsessiveness, intrusiveness, jealousy and distrust. · A strong desire for fusion and concern about rejection and abandonment. · Interpersonal distance. · A low level of emotional involvement. · Problems with intimacy, and an inability to enjoy or flourish within sexual relationships. Don’t worry if you identify with all or any of these issues. The patterns and beliefs we develop as children, although often deeply rooted in our psyche, can be unlearned and replaced with positive beliefs and approaches that allow you to take a more constructive path through life. If, however, you don't address such issues, then you will carry their negative influence with you, leading to the unwelcome and repetitive situations that you have become familiar with. Fortunately, David Lawson, based on the work of his predecessors, has developed a book with which he has helped many people to recognise their role in early childhood relationships, and then to use this recognition to project the future success of their romantic or intimate relationships. So, even if your emotional life and its impact on your relationships is not as you would like it to be, it is possible to assess, comprehend and eventually work to OVERCOME your situation. Understanding how to release attachment issues is one of the most satisfying and valuable things you can do for yourself. You will open the doors to a greater sense of self-worth, successful friendships, strong family ties and lasting and loving romantic relationships. If you are tired of living a life filled with complicated and painful relationships and would like to learn how to cultivate them to be safe and healthy places instead, then scroll up and click on the ‘Buy Now’ button!
Download or read book ATTACHMENT THEORY written by Amanda Hope and published by Marco Anzalone. This book was released on 2023-09-27 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock Fulfilling Relationships with the Power of Attachment Theory Are you ready to enhance and nurture your relationships with your partner, family, and colleagues? Here's a profound truth: different attachment styles significantly influence all our adult relationships. Have you ever wished to unravel the real causes behind these dynamics and gain the tools to cultivate thriving connections? Introducing "Attachment Theory" This book delves deep into the diverse styles of human connection, whether in the realm of partnerships, family bonds, or the workplace. It equips you with the essential tools to elevate these relationships to new heights. Emotionally Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory Many individuals have harnessed the power of emotionally focused therapy and attachment theory to evolve and refine their emotional attachment styles and interpersonal bonds. These transformative methodologies and theories unveil the secrets to mitigating jealousy and anxiety in love by delving into our emotional memory and the way we hold onto past pain. Attachment, as they say, is often the source of our deepest suffering. Those who have grappled with the fear of abandonment can attest to this truth. Emotional codependency is another intricate issue that attachment theory addresses head-on, offering lucid techniques for fostering healthy connections. With This Remarkable Book, You Will: - Gain insights into the development of anxiety disorders - Identify signs of self-loathing and embark on a journey towards self-acceptance - Cultivate emotional discipline and master the art of effective communication - Harness the power of positive reinforcement to strengthen your relationships - Explore the profound connection between physical well-being and mental health - Learn the essential steps for effectively resolving conflicts - Discover the profound impact of empathetic listening on your overall happiness And that's just the beginning... If you've ever grappled with attachment anxiety, trust issues, or a constant need for reassurance and affection from your partner, now is the time to take action. Don't let these challenges jeopardize your relationships or hinder your personal growth. Embark on a journey towards deeper, more fulfilling relationships today. Your path to lasting happiness and genuine connection starts here. Are You Ready to Transform Your Emotional Life? Don't wait any longer. Scroll up and click the Buy button.
Download or read book Positive Approaches to Optimal Relationship Development written by C. Raymond Knee and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-04-08 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Integrates recent theoretical and empirical research on facilitating the optimal development of close relationships.
Download or read book Attached written by Amir Levine and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-01-05 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Over a decade after its publication, one book on dating has people firmly in its grip.” —The New York Times We already rely on science to tell us what to eat, when to exercise, and how long to sleep. Why not use science to help us improve our relationships? In this revolutionary book, psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Amir Levine and Rachel Heller scientifically explain why some people seem to navigate relationships effortlessly, while others struggle. Discover how an understanding of adult attachment—the most advanced relationship science in existence today—can help us find and sustain love. Pioneered by psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s, the field of attachment posits that each of us behaves in relationships in one of three distinct ways: • Anxious people are often preoccupied with their relationships and tend to worry about their partner's ability to love them back. • Avoidant people equate intimacy with a loss of independence and constantly try to minimize closeness. • Secure people feel comfortable with intimacy and are usually warm and loving. Attached guides readers in determining what attachment style they and their mate (or potential mate) follow, offering a road map for building stronger, more fulfilling connections with the people they love.
Download or read book Bases of Adult Attachment written by Vivian Zayas and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-01-08 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A great deal is known about how infants form attachments, and how these processes carry over into adolescence. But after that, the trail grows cold: the study of adult attachment emphasizes individual variations, paying little attention to the normative mechanisms of adult bonding. A much-needed corrective, Bases of Adult Attachment examines this under-investigated topic with an eye toward creating a robust theoretical model. The first volume of its kind, its multilevel approach integrates current findings from neuroscience and psychology to analyze the processes by which adult relationships develop, mature, function and dissolve. Here in relevant detail are factors contributing to initial attraction, possible scenarios in the evolution from friendship to attachment and the changes that occur on both sides of a relationship as partners mutually influence each other's behavior, emotions, cognition and even physiology. And expert contributors address long-neglected questions in the field with stimulating topics such as: The distress-relief dynamic in attachment bonding. An expectancy-value approach to attachment. The biobehavioral legacy of early attachment relationships for adult emotional and interpersonal functioning. How early experiences shape attraction, partner preferences, and attachment dynamics. How mental representations change as attachments form. Insights into the formation of attachment bonds from a social network perspective. Bases of Adult Attachment will interest scholars approaching adult attachment at multiple levels of analysis (neural, physiological, affective, cognitive and behavioral) and from multiple perspectives. This wide audience includes developmental, social and cognitive psychologists as well as neuroscientists, neuropsychologists, clinicians, sociologists, family researchers and professionals in public health and medicine.
Download or read book ATTACHMENT THEORY written by AMANDA HOPE and published by AMANDA HOPE. This book was released on with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Improve and grow your relationships with a partner, family, and in the workplace! Did you know that different attachment styles affect all our relationships as adults? Have you always wanted to learn the real causes and methods to deal with attachment so that all your relationships can flourish? THE ATTACHMENT THEORY deals with different styles of connection between people - be it in a partnership, family, or in the workplace. This book gives you the tools necessary to bring these relationships to the next level. Learning about emotionally focused therapy and the attachment theory has helped many grow and develop their style of emotional attachment and connection. These methods and theories help us understand how to avoid jealousy and anxiety in love through exploring our emotional memory and the way we hold on to pain. It is said that attachment is the greatest form of suffering, and anyone who has ever felt fear of abandonment can certainly confirm this. Emotional codependency is another issue that the attachment theory deals with, and it offers clear methods for working to build healthy bonds. ★★★With this new book, you can start to redress the balance to build stronger relationships with those close to you, with chapters covering:★★★ Ways how anxiety disorder develops Signs of self-loathing Steps to become self-disciplined with your emotions Ways to learn to communicate effectively Ways how positive reinforcement works Ways how your physical health affects your mental state Steps for dealing with conflict Empathetic listening and its link to happiness …And much more. If you think that you suffer from attachment anxiety, have trouble trusting people, or need constant reassurance and affection from your partner, you must act now before it ruins your relationship and your life. Do you want to transform your emotional life? Grab your copy now!
Download or read book Love in the Age of the Internet written by Linda Cundy and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-05-16 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly topical book explores the new technological environment we have created, and our adaptation to it, twenty-five years after the death of John Bowlby. In the space of just a couple of decades, the world has changed radically, and we are changing too: personal computers and smartphones mediate our lives, work, play, and love. Relationships of all kinds are now conducted through mobile phones, email, Skype and social network sites. Attachment theory is concerned with the impact of the external world on internal reality, where twenty-first century experiences encounter the powerful, primitive, and ancient instinct for attachment and survival. This book is written by psychotherapists whose practice, with individual adults and couples, is informed by attachment theory. It contains theoretical, observational, and clinical material, and will be relevant to all psychotherapists, psychoanalysts, counsellors, and psychologists interested in the profound impact of digital and communication technologies on human relationships.
Download or read book Dynamics of Romantic Love written by Mario Mikulincer and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2006-03-14 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A theoretically and empirically rich exploration of universal questions, this book examines the interplay of three distinct behavioral systems involved in romantic love. This integrative volume will be of interest to both researchers and clinicians.
Download or read book To Be Met as a Person written by Una McCluskey and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a theory of interaction in adult life when the dynamics of careseeking and caregiving are elicited. It sets out a framework for thinking about the way adults interact with one another, particularly when they are anxious, under stress or frightened.
Download or read book Romantic Relationship Quality and Technological Communication written by Ron C. Bean and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding normative developmental patterns in romantic relationships within cultural-historical contexts is a vital research agenda, and contemporary relationships develop amid pervasive socio-technological advancements. The role of technology in relationship functioning is relevant as romantic relationships are among the most important types of relationships and technology may substitute proximity, a core imperative of the attachment system. This study described patterns of computer-mediated communication (CMC) in young adult romantic relationships. Specifically, we hypothesized that core relational and personality constructs were linked to participants0́9 interpretations and reactions to CMC. Participants were 97 college students who provided global scores for rejection sensitivity, attachment representations, relationship satisfaction, and data about CMC with their romantic partner. Participants were prompted twice daily for two weeks to respond to questions assessing the nature and reaction to their most recent CMC with their romantic partner. Participants used texting more than any other CMC and communicated with romantic partners more than all others combined. Participants0́9 high relationship and communication satisfaction remained relatively constant. The 97 participants completed 1,616 mobile responses. Reported response latency was higher for men than women. Significant negative correlations emerged between interaction ratings, rejection sensitivity, and both insecure attachment dimensions. Regression analyses revealed only main effects for response latency and insecure attachment in predicting interaction ratings for women. No significant interactions emerged between response latency and attachment/response latency. For men, insecure attachment representations and rejection sensitivity demonstrated direct effects on interaction ratings. Avoidant attachment and response latency demonstrated a statistically significant interaction. Response latency and the interaction rating were negatively related only for men who scored low in avoidance. This study contributes to the body of literature assessing outcomes and qualities of romantic relationships in emerging adulthood. Technological communication is a key feature of young couples0́9 communication and appears more prevalent in romantic relationships than other relationships. Additionally, core relational and personality characteristics are substantially correlated to interpretations of momentto- moment interactions via technology.
Download or read book The psychology of love written by Alice Iron and published by Greenbooks editore. This book was released on 2023-06-06 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Psychology of Love: How to Build Healthy and Fulfilling Relationships" is a book that focuses on the importance of healthy and positive relationships in people's lives and the dynamics that govern them. The author begins by analyzing different theories that have attempted to explain love, from attachment theory to rational choice theory. She explains how each theory has its own perspective and that there is no definitive explanation of love, but rather different angles that can help understand it. The book then focuses on building healthy and fulfilling relationships, starting with the importance of communication and empathy. The author explains how it is crucial to be able to listen to and understand others, as well as express one's needs and desires clearly and non-aggressively. Another central theme of the book is conflict management. The author provides tools and suggestions for constructively addressing differences and tensions, avoiding destructive arguments. She also explains how it is important to learn how to apologize and forgive in order to overcome difficulties and strengthen the relationship. Furthermore, the book addresses the topics of sexuality and passion, explaining how it is essential to keep them alive and how challenges in this area can be overcome. Finally, the author devotes a chapter to the importance of having realistic expectations in a relationship and learning to manage disappointments. She explains how it is possible to confront difficulties and sometimes, it may be necessary to end a relationship that no longer works. In summary, "The Psychology of Love" is a book that provides tools and suggestions for building healthy, fulfilling, and lasting relationships. It is an invitation to learn to understand and manage emotions, communicate effectively, and develop the capacity to forgive and be empathetic. It is a book that helps understand love in all its facets and live happier and more satisfying relationships.
