This study examined characteristics of individuals that are associated with being in asymmetrically committed relationships (ACRs), defined as romantic relationships in which there was a substantial difference in the commitment levels of the partners. These ACRs were studied in a national sample of unmarried, opposite-sex romantic relationships (N = 315 couples). Perceiving oneself as having more potential alternative partners was associated with increased odds of being the less committed partner in an ACR compared to not being in an ACR, as was being more attachment avoidant, having more prior relationship partners, and having a history of extradyadic sex during the present relationship. Additionally, having parents who never married was associated with being the less committed partner in an ACR but parental divorce was not. Although fewer characteristics were associated with being the more committed partner within an ACR, more attachment anxiety was associated with increased odds of being in such a position compared to not being in an ACR. We also address how some findings change when controlling for commitment levels. Overall, the findings advance understanding of commitment in romantic relationships, particularly when there are substantial asymmetries involved. Implications for both research on asymmetrical commitment as well as practice (e.g., therapy or relationship education) are discussed.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
|---|---|
| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6408959 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/famp.12397 | DOI Listing |
Publication Analysis
Top Keywords
Similar Publications
Borderline Personality Disorder and Loneliness: Broadening the Scope of Treatment for Social Rehabilitation.
Harv Rev Psychiatry
January 2025
From McLean Hospital (Mr. Mermin and Dr. Choi-Kain) Belmont, MA; Harvard College (Ms. Steigerwald); Harvard Medical School (Dr. Choi-Kain).
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) has been described as a condition of intolerance of aloneness. This characteristic drives distinguishing criteria, such as frantic efforts to avoid abandonment. Both BPD and loneliness are linked with elevated mortality risk and multiple negative health outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe association between early maladaptive schemas and romantic relationship satisfaction.
Front Psychol
December 2024
Department of Psychiatry, University of Debrecen Medical Center, Debrecen, Hungary.
Introduction: Relationship dynamics could be shaped by schemas, and relationship satisfaction could be depend on how couples perceive each other through these schemas. The main aim of this study was to assess how early maladaptive schemas are related to relationship satisfaction for both males and females in a relationship, by highlighting factors that contribute to relationship satisfaction, with a particular focus on the interaction of schemas between males and females.
Methods: The study involved a total of healthy 47 different-gender couples.
A group version of the OurRelationship program within residential substance use treatment: preliminary evidence for improving responses to romantic relationship conflict for those dealing with substance misuse.
Front Psychol
December 2024
Department of Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States.
The aim of this study was to pilot an adapted version of an online relationships program with residents in treatment for alcohol and other drugs (AOD). The OurRelationship (OR) Program, which is based on Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, was piloted in a group-based format to determine whether residents' participation in the program would result in decreases in residents' destructive responses and increases in constructive responses to relationship conflict scenarios as well as reductions in negative affect experienced during these conflict scenarios. Residents ( = 104) across six residential facilities participated in the pilot over 4 weeks.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInequitable gender norms and its associated factors among university students in southern Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study, 2022.
Front Public Health
January 2025
CDC Project Regional HIV Case Surveillance Coordinator, Public Health Emergency Management Directorate, South Ethiopia Region Health Bureau Public Health Institute, Jinka, Ethiopia.
Background: Gender defined as the socially constructed roles, behaviors, activities, and characteristics that society deems appropriate for men, women, and other gender identities. Inequitable gender norms promote male dominance and aggressiveness while portraying women as being subservient. Ensuring equitable gender norms is a prerequisite for achieving gender equality in a society.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLove actually: Is relationship status associated with dark triad personality traits and attitudes towards love?
Heliyon
November 2024
Department of Law, University of Turin, Italy.
Romantic love plays a central role in the lives of individuals and influences decisions about lasting relationships such as marriage or cohabitation. To understand the dynamics of intimate relationships, both personality traits and attitudes toward love styles need to be explored. This cross-sectional study aimed to examine the possible differences between married/cohabiting and single individuals in terms of Dark Triad personality traits and attitudes towards love styles, and to investigate which of these factors can significantly predict participants' relationship status.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWant AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?
Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!