Interdependence theory definition psychology glossary. Degree to which families favor an open climate of discussion of a wide array of topics. Interdependence, interaction, and relationships vrije universiteit. Theory identifies and defines the phenomena of interest and their relationships with each other. A theory that seeks to analyse the causal determinants of dyadic social behaviour by providing a systematic classification of certain key properties of interpersonal situations or interactions and of the individuals responses to them. It is even often considered one of the defining features of intimate relationships, with partners continuously influencing each others emotions, cognition, and behavior kelley et al. According to barton goldsmith, psychotherapist and writer for psychology today, being interdependent is a healthy way of relating because each person is involved in the other persons life without sacrificing values. So, although we will focus from time to time on the thinking processes of the individualas they influence and are influenced by the relationship with another personour prime interest is in thinking as it occurs at the dyadic level. Interdependence theory makes important distinctions between satisfaction and dependence.
Kelley 19212003 and john walter thibaut 191786 in their book the social psychology of. Interdependence theory interpersonal communication. The key to building an interdependent relationship is to be mindful of who you are from the beginning. This theory comes from the idea that closeness is the key to all relationships. Attraction in close relationships psychology oxford. This chapter is concerned with the thinking processes of the intimate dyad. Lets look at basic concepts and propositions of it. It takes a long time for partners in a relationship to develop the ability to understand the other persons needs and to form positive patterns of interdependence in which each persons needs are adequately met.
Interdependence theory interdependence theory was originally proposed by thibaut and kelley in their 1959 book. Additionally, an array of prominent constructs in contemporary relationships such as trust, attachment, and passionate love, are addressed in relation to the modelthe layout of the chapters. Third, interdependence theory is an excellent example of cumulative science. Interdependence theory is a social exchange theory that shows how the rewards and costs associated with interpersonal relationships collaborate with peoples expectations from them. It states that human relationships are basically a cost versus reward scenario with individuals trying to minimize costs and increase the benefits within the relationship. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Another crucial component of neoliberalism is the theory of complex interdependence, which studies the impact of economic and social relations among states on their political relations. Complex interdependence is a theory which stresses the complex ways in which as a result of growing ties, the transnational actors become mutually dependent, vulnerable to each others actions and sensitive to each others needs. Interdependence involves interconnectionlinkages among actors and systems of interrelationships of. Interdependence theory analyzes the relations between people in terms of situation structure, describing str ucture using variables such as dependence, covariation of interests, and informat ion. Third, relationship science theories bring richness and value to the study of health over the lifespan and, in particular, certain theoretical perspectives such as attachment theory have a long and distinguished history of explanatory power and bring innovation to health psychology research on close relationships. We seek relationships in which benefits outweigh costs. Interdependence theory analysis of close relationships. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading interdependent minds.
Social interdependence an overview sciencedirect topics. This book presents a comprehensive, updated, and forwardlooking account of classic and contemporary theory and research within the burgeoning field of close relationships. An interdependence theory analysis of close relationships. A their clalt is lower than that of their partners. Social interdependence theory is a social theory which holds that social systems are primarily defined by the type of interdependencies between their members. The members of a close relationship are highly interdependent, relying to a great degree on each other to meet their goals. Equity theory walster 78 is an extension of social exchange theory but argues that rather than simply trying to maximise rewardsminimise loses, couples will experience satisfaction in their relationship if there is an equal ratio of rewards to losses between both the partners. Social interdependence theory provides an example of how psychological theory, research, and practice interact in ways that enhance all three. Interdependence theory conceptualizes these assumptions on the dyadic level and aims to explain how two partners influence each other, how this shapes couples interactions, and how these. The investment model of commitment processes is rooted in interdependence theory and. This article employs interdependence theory as a means of understanding how and why some relationships survive difficult times whereas other promising relationships end. John g holmes why do some marriages grow stronger in the face of conflict or stress while others dissolve. Emotional interdependence is particularly expected to occur in the context of close relationships, such as parentinfant dyads or adult intimate relationships.
The most basic principle of the theory is encapsulated in the equation i. It was first proposed by the us social psychologists harold h. Relationship theories revision notes simply psychology. These elements can be thought of as pieces in a puzzle. This edited book is a valuable reference for readers interested in attraction and close relationships. Our interest is in processes that occur vhen the trans active. Request pdf an interdependence theory analysis of close relationships this chapter provides a contemporary interdependence theory account of the causes.
Interdependence examines todays major social and global transformation via interdependence in nature and humans, the evolution of interdependence, and the interdependence of thoughts and feelings. It uses a prism for analyzing the causes of globalscale problems, and proposes a method for their resolution. You know the very idea that interdependence economic relations and economic interdependence plays a positive role on political relations among states is not new. Interdependence means that in social relationship, each persons outcomes or rewards are influenced by another persons efforts. Chapters explore the factors that influence attraction and relationship development in diverse partnerships and populations among children, adolescents, the elderly, homosexual and heterosexual adults, etc. How to build a relationship based on interdependence. The dynamics of close relationships distinguished contributions in psychology kindle edition by murray, sandra l. His major contributions have been the development of interdependence theory with john thibaut, the early work of attribution theory, and a lifelong interest in understanding close relationships processes.
Interdependence theory analysis of close relationships oxford. What does interdependence look like in a relationship. Social exchange in developing relationships is a collection of papers that deals with the systematic study of the development of relationships. Interdependence, interaction, and close relationships. The proposed model of interdependence represents a holistic approach to understanding mutual responsiveness in relationships. Relationship among theory, research, and practice social interdependence theory provides an example of how psychological theory, research, and practice interact in ways that enhance all three. According to interdependence theory, individuals are dependent on their partners if. Interdependence theory is an important antidote to this actorfocused bias. One view that has gained considerable popularity and empirical support is that heightened inter. In fact, these five elements distinguish cooperative learning from other forms of group learning.
A good example of an interdependent relationship is the link between bumblebees, field mice and cats. Interdependence theory, alternatives and comparison levels. Social exchange in developing relationships sciencedirect. The papers discuss several theoretical perspectives, such as evolutionary theory, personality theory, cognitive developmental theory, equity theory, role theory, and attribution theory. In subsequent chapters we shall examine complex interdependence in oceans policy and monetary policy and in the relationships of the united states to. They draw on important work on cognition, consciousness, levels of processing, and trust to give us new perspectives on responsiveness in close relationships. The authorsestablished masters of interdependence theoryexpress that theory well, then leap forward to articulate a truly new theory of interdependent minds. I had just completed my first year of graduate school at the university of north. Striking interdependence in a relationship is not always easy. The five basic elements of cooperative learning are. While ambiguity exists over the concept and its usage, interdependence is central for explaining the nature and dynamics of international organization io, as well as international relations more broadly conceived. According to interdependence theory, dependence is greater to the degree that a relationship provides good out comes and to the degree that the outcomes available in alterna tive relationships are poor.
The essence of a social system is seen to be the interdependence among members, which results in the group being a dynamic whole so that a change in the state of any member or subgroup. Families have subsystems within their larger system. Interdependence theory attempts to describe the social exchange components of personal relationships. Interdependence in close relationships interdependence theory the blackwell encyclopedia of social psychology gentle teaching international. Interdependence is a key structural feature of the international system. Interdependence in international organization and global.
Thibaut and kelley book should be regarded as the birthplace of the theory. Interdependence, interaction, and close relationships edited by. In this book, two pioneering researchers present a groundbreaking theory of. The authorsestablished masters of interdependence theory express that theory well, then leap forward to articulate a truly new theory of interdependent minds. Slovik, and isaac lipkus university of north carolina at chapel hill a theory of accommodation processes is advanced, and the results of 6 studies are reported. Many times people are looking for or entering, relationships simply to avoid feeling alone, without any personal reflection of who they are, what they value, and their goals for the relationship. One of our purposes here is to prove that contention. Interdependence in close relationships harvard university. A healthy, interdependent relationship can be recognized by some of the following.
Interdependence theory is a powerful and applicable theory that has shaped the. B the outcome of the relationship is much higher than their clalt. This chapter provides a contemporary interdependence theory account of the causes and consequences of relationship interactions. One aim is to situate interdependence theory relative to other accounts of close relationships. Abcoa action agreement alternative analysis bcomp bs outcomes basis behavior control brc and mfc cbcb cell cfcb chapter choice coalition combinations competitive concordant conflict consequences cooperative coordination correspondent mbc criterion degree of correspondence dependence diff dilemma discordant domain dyad effective matrix equal. An interdependence theory analysis of close relationships request.
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