Marriage and Relationships in Society Quiz

Arranged marriages are prevalent in Eastern cultures due to traditional and familial influences.

Premarital counseling aims to identify and resolve potential conflicts or issues before marriage, enhancing relationship quality.

Living apart together (LAT) describes a relationship arrangement where partners maintain separate residences while remaining emotionally and/or romantically involved.

Gaslighting refers to manipulative behavior aimed at making someone doubt their own perceptions, memories, or sanity, often resulting in psychological distress and confusion.

The spotlight effect refers to the tendency for individuals to overestimate the degree to which others notice and evaluate their behavior, appearance, or performance, leading to self-consciousness and social anxiety.

The honeymoon phase typically lasts between 6 to 12 months, characterized by intense passion and romance.

Anxious-preoccupied attachment style involves heightened fear of abandonment and often leads to distrust in relationships.

Positive communication patterns, as highlighted by John Gottman's research, are crucial predictors of relationship success and longevity.

Emotional intelligence in relationships refers to the capacity to recognize, understand, and manage both one's own emotions and those of others, fostering healthier interactions.

Assertive communication involves expressing one's needs and desires clearly and respectfully while also considering the needs and feelings of the partner, promoting healthy dialogue and conflict resolution.

Interethnic marriage refers to unions between individuals from distinct cultural backgrounds, fostering diversity.

Homogamy theory proposes that individuals are drawn to partners who share similar characteristics and backgrounds.

The seven-year itch refers to a decline in marital satisfaction often experienced in the early years of marriage, particularly exacerbated by the stresses of parenthood.

The investment model of commitment posits that relationship commitment is influenced by satisfaction with the relationship, the perceived quality of alternatives, and the level of investments made in the relationship.

Equity theory suggests that relationship satisfaction is influenced by individuals' perceptions of fairness in the distribution of rewards and costs within the relationship.

The complementarity hypothesis posits that individuals are attracted to partners with traits that complement or offset their own, enhancing compatibility and balance.