HLTH 231 CH 6
Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?
Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.
Greg and Kate always support each other's interests, hoping to ensure that the other will succeed. This BEST demonstrates that they are
advocates for each other
Brett and Melissa have a very strong relationship in which they are able to give and receive emotionally without a fear of rejection or being hurt. This example demonstrates that they
are emotionally available in their relationship
Rico and Chris are close friends and classmates. Each day they are an important influence on each other's actions. This example BEST demonstrates their
behavioral interdependence
Kendra has decided to break up with her boyfriend. Which of the following actions should she take?
change the passwords she'd shared with him to her online accounts and pages
the definition of the term family
changes over time
Chris and Robin have been romantic partners for almost a decade, and have lived together unmarried for the last four years. Their relationship is considered
cohabitation
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which type of love combines commitment and intimacy?
companionate
In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively is
conflict resolution
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, the most complete, ideal type of love is
consummate love
In a relationship, commitment means that
each partner intends to act over time in a way that perpetuates the well-being of the other
Sam and Kris have entered a relationship and are very preoccupied with each other. They constantly want to be with or talk to each other. This example demonstrates that they are
fascinated by each other
Anthropologist Helen Fisher and other scientists have described attraction as
feelings of elation and euphoria produced by neurochemicals.
A healthy marriage contributes to reducing stress by
increasing financial stability and expanding support networks
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love involves
intimacy, passion, and commitment
Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for
intimacy, social integration, and nurturance
In face to face conversations,
men frown more often than women, and women smile more often than men.
A relationship in which the partners are sexually involved only with each other is
monogamous
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which type combines intimacy and passion?
romantic
Which of the following traits is important in relationships and involves having a realistic appreciation of one's own worth and ability?
self-nurturance
Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of
serial monogamy
which of the following statements about marital status in the United States is true?
The percentage of males who have never married is higher than that of females
Which of the following is true about power in relationships?
In relationships, power is the ability to make and implement decisions.
Which of the following is true about your family of origin?
It includes the people who were living in the house during your first years of life.
Which of the following is true about conflict?
It is inevitable when people live or work together.
Which of the following statements about hooking up is true?
Steinberg's triangular theory of love would place hooking up in the infatuation category.
Which of the following statements about intimate relationships is true?
Supportive intimate relationships are associated with a longer life span
Lisa and Abby are sisters and best friends. Both feel they can share their worries and concerns with one another. This example demonstrates
social integration
Our neighbors and coworkers are members of our
social network
what is social media screening?
something practiced by some U.S. employers in order to find information about job applicants
Amelia and Geoff married when Amelia was 20 years old and Geoff was 23. Presuming that their marriage reflects population statistics,
they most likely married around the year 1960.
You are most likely to listen best when
you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to
self disclosure can be a double-edged sword because
you risk the possibility that the other person will reject you