#1
What is the foundation of a healthy relationship?
Effective communication
ExplanationOpen and honest communication is crucial for maintaining a strong and healthy relationship.
#2
What is the term for the emotional bond or connection between partners?
Emotional intimacy
ExplanationEmotional intimacy fosters closeness and trust between partners.
#3
In a conflict, what communication style is characterized by avoiding confrontation and minimizing differences?
Passive
ExplanationPassive communication involves suppressing one's feelings and avoiding conflict.
#4
Which attachment style is characterized by a fear of rejection and a reluctance to become too dependent on others?
Avoidant attachment
ExplanationIndividuals with avoidant attachment styles may have difficulty forming close relationships due to fear of intimacy and dependency.
#5
What is the term for the psychological phenomenon where individuals are more likely to develop romantic feelings for people they spend a significant amount of time with?
Proximity effect
ExplanationThe proximity effect suggests that physical closeness increases the likelihood of romantic attraction.
#6
What psychological theory suggests that people are attracted to those who exhibit similar levels of physical attractiveness?
Matching hypothesis
ExplanationThe matching hypothesis proposes that individuals are more likely to form relationships with those of similar physical attractiveness.
#7
What is the concept of 'emotional intelligence' in relationships?
Understanding and managing one's own emotions and the emotions of others
ExplanationEmotional intelligence involves being aware of and able to manage one's own emotions and empathize with the emotions of others in relationships.
#8
What is the term for the phenomenon where people are more likely to form relationships with those in close physical proximity?
Proximity effect
ExplanationThe proximity effect suggests that physical closeness increases the likelihood of forming relationships.
#9
What is the term for the tendency to attribute our own negative behavior to external factors and others' negative behavior to internal factors?
Self-serving bias
ExplanationSelf-serving bias is the tendency to attribute personal success to internal factors and failures to external factors, while attributing others' success to external factors and their failures to internal factors.
#10
What is the term for the process of gradually reducing contact and communication with someone in order to end a relationship?
Ghosting
ExplanationGhosting involves gradually withdrawing contact and communication with someone in order to end a relationship without explanation.
#11
What is the term for the phenomenon where people are more likely to be attracted to others who share similar attitudes and values?
Attitude alignment
ExplanationAttitude alignment suggests that individuals are attracted to those who share similar beliefs, values, and attitudes.
#12
In the context of relationships, what does 'compromise' typically involve?
Finding a middle ground where both parties give and take
ExplanationCompromise in relationships involves finding a solution that satisfies the needs of both parties by making mutual concessions.
#13
What is the term for the tendency to stay in a relationship because of the time, effort, and resources already invested?
Sunk cost fallacy
ExplanationThe sunk cost fallacy refers to the tendency to continue investing in something (such as a relationship) because of the resources already invested, even if it's no longer beneficial or fulfilling.
#14
What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals are more likely to form relationships with those who are physically close to them?
Proximity effect
ExplanationThe proximity effect suggests that physical closeness increases the likelihood of forming relationships.
#15
In the context of relationships, what is 'stonewalling'?
Silent treatment and refusal to communicate
ExplanationStonewalling involves refusing to communicate or engage in conversation, often resulting in the silent treatment and emotional distance in a relationship.
#16
What is the concept that refers to maintaining one's individual identity within a relationship?
Autonomy
ExplanationAutonomy allows individuals to maintain their independence and sense of self within a relationship.
#17
What is the Gottman Ratio, as proposed by relationship researcher John Gottman?
5:1
ExplanationThe Gottman Ratio suggests that for every negative interaction in a relationship, there should be at least five positive interactions.
#18
What is the primary neurotransmitter associated with feelings of pleasure and reward, often linked to romantic attraction?
Dopamine
ExplanationDopamine plays a key role in experiencing pleasure and is associated with romantic attraction and reward.
#19
According to Dr. Gary Chapman, what are the five love languages?
Words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, acts of service, physical touch
ExplanationDr. Gary Chapman identified five love languages as ways individuals express and receive love in relationships.
#20
In the context of relationships, what does the term 'gaslighting' refer to?
Manipulating someone to doubt their own sanity
ExplanationGaslighting involves manipulating someone to question their own perception, memory, and sanity.
#21
According to psychologist John Bowlby, what is the primary function of attachment in early childhood?
Safety and security
ExplanationAttachment in early childhood primarily serves to provide safety and security.
#22
According to psychologist Erik Erikson, what is the primary crisis or challenge in the intimacy versus isolation stage of development?
Intimacy versus isolation
ExplanationThe primary challenge in the intimacy versus isolation stage of development is forming close, meaningful relationships while avoiding feelings of loneliness and isolation.
#23
What is the term for the process of improving a relationship by addressing and resolving conflicts and issues?
Relationship enhancement
ExplanationRelationship enhancement involves actively working to improve a relationship by addressing and resolving conflicts and issues.
#24
What is the concept of 'emotional labor' in the context of relationships?
Managing and expressing emotions as part of a job or role
ExplanationEmotional labor involves managing and expressing emotions as part of a job or role, often in the context of relationships.
#25
According to psychologist Robert Sternberg, what are the three components of love in the triangular theory of love?
Intimacy, passion, commitment
ExplanationAccording to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love consists of three components: intimacy, passion, and commitment.