core concepts
What theory explains how relationships are shaped by ongoing opposing tensions?
Relational Dialects Theory
What is the corresponding tension to integration?
Hint: Think of the opposite side of the tension.
separation
Instead of avoiding conflict in everyday life with someone close to you, what's one thing you can do instead?'
(if you name one of the 3 it counts)
Recognize competing needs
Communicate openly about tensions
Accept that both sides can exist at the same time
Name on area of future research that is needed for RDT.
Digital/online relationships
Cross-cultural and LGBTQ+ families
Power dynamics in relationships
What year was RDT developed?
1996
what is the corresponding tension to expression?
nonexpression
According to RDT, why does conflict still happen in strong relationships.
Opposing needs (tensions)
Is the theory Objective or Interpretive?
Interpretive
Who developed Relational Dialects thoery?
Leslie Baxter and Barbara Montgomery
What is the corresponding tension to stability?
Change
RDT explains why _____ is natural in relationships.
Conflict
What happens to some relational tensions over time in long-term relationships?
They become less significant.
What is the main idea of Relational Dialects theory?
Relationships involve ongoing tensions between opposing needs
Wanting alone time while also wanting closeness is an example of which tension?
integration vs. separation
Relational Dialects Theory (RDT) has studied families that balance different cultural expectations. What are these families called in RDT?
Intercultural families.
What does current research with RDT mainly focus on?
Traditional family structures (mom, dad, kids)