The Relationship Problem Solving (RePS) Model: How partners influence one another to resolve relationship problems
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Levi R. Baker, Assistant Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: In this article, we synthesize existing literatures across numerous domains to introduce a novel model—the Relationship Problem Solving (RePS) model—for understanding the process through which romantic partners influence one another to resolve relationship problems. The first section briefly describes the key constructs and stages of the model. The second section details the interpersonal behaviors that influence various intrapersonal factors (e.g., affect, self-efficacy) that ultimately influence partners’ motivation and ability to progress through the stages of the model. The third section uses the model to generate novel predictions that suggest that the effectiveness of these interpersonal behaviors often depends on contextual factors. Finally, the fourth section discusses the implications of this model for understanding relationship problem solving, highlights the need to consider the role of context in the problem-solving process, and offers numerous specific predictions to be addressed by future research.
The Relationship Problem Solving (RePS) Model: How partners influence one another to resolve relationship problems
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Personality and Social Psychological Review, 24, 53-77.
- Language: English
- Date: 2019
- Keywords
- problem solving, romantic relationships, conflict, context