Rituals are a series of actions performed repeatedly according to a prescribed order, which serve to express and reinforce group identity and cohesion. They often involve elaborate ceremonies and...
How do variations in service intensity affect perceptions of relational fairness?
There are many factors that can influence how people perceive their romantic relationships. One such factor is...
Relationships have always been considered essential for human beings' physical and mental wellbeing. We rely on friends, family members, partners, coworkers, and acquaintances to make it through life...
Hierarchical pressure refers to the societal expectation that people should follow certain social norms, behaviors, and standards. This pressure can affect individuals' romantic and sexual...
The concept of perceived fairness and justice is important in many areas of life, including workplaces, classrooms, communities, and romantic relationships. It refers to how people judge whether...
What internal narratives shape individuals' beliefs about relational endurance?
Relationships are essential to human life, yet they are often unstable and prone to breakdown. Many people have...
Relationships are based on emotional insights that help people to predict and manage their expectations for each other. Throughout the course of a relationship, these emotional insights may change...
Relational intimacy is the emotional connection between individuals that goes beyond the physical aspects of sexual activity. It encompasses sharing thoughts, feelings, secrets, and experiences,...
I will explore the role that internal scripts play in shaping individuals' interpretations of their relational obligations. Specifically, I will examine how these scripts influence people's...
How do service members interpret relational signals in environments with limited time for interaction? This question has been debated among psychologists, sociologists, linguists, anthropologists,...