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Title: Beyond the attractor metaphor: new quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze interpersonal psychology dynamics.
Creator: Michaels, Jay L., Wiese, Susan, Strawinska, Urszula, Vallacher, Robin R., Liebovitch, Larry S., Graduate College
Date Issued: 2011-04-08
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/3164630
Subject Headings: Interpersonal communication, Interpersonal relations, Psycholinguistics
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Title: EMERGENCE OF CLOSE RELATIONSHIP CONSTRUALS: AN ACTION IDENTIFICATION APPROACH.
Creator: Cope, Morgan A., Maniaci, Michael R., Florida Atlantic University, Department of Psychology, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Abstract/Description: The current study examined the emergent nature of close relationship construals from the perspective of Action Identification Theory. Specifically, participants were induced to think about the actions of a romantic partner or close friend at a high- (i.e., overall meaning) or low- (concrete details) level, and then instructed to rate the validity of false feedback regarding the nature of their relationship (i.e., spontaneous, or predictable). Marginal support was found for the main prediction...
Show moreThe current study examined the emergent nature of close relationship construals from the perspective of Action Identification Theory. Specifically, participants were induced to think about the actions of a romantic partner or close friend at a high- (i.e., overall meaning) or low- (concrete details) level, and then instructed to rate the validity of false feedback regarding the nature of their relationship (i.e., spontaneous, or predictable). Marginal support was found for the main prediction that focusing on low level details rather than high-level meaning would lead individuals to rate false high-level relational construals as more valid, although this effect was found only for those reporting on a romantic relationship, but not a close friendship. Further, exploratory analyses examining potential interaction effects demonstrated the relative influence of partner concept-clarity and relationship satisfaction on patterns of psychological emergence.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013720
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations, Social psychology
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Title: The Influence of Belief in the Supernatural and Perceptions of Religious, Spiritual, or Natural Explanations on Ratings of Positive Affect, Negative Affect, and Intelligence.
Creator: Periss, Virginia A., Bjorklund, David F., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Psychology
Abstract/Description: Living in complex social environments consists not only of sets of individuals with their own dyadic relationships but also whose own dyadic relationships with other group members must be observed and inferred from. Credibility enhancing displays may provide one effective tool for dealing with complex social environments by extracting and integrating adaptive information from an immense range of potential social partners. Organized religious beliefs typical of routine rituals and standardized...
Show moreLiving in complex social environments consists not only of sets of individuals with their own dyadic relationships but also whose own dyadic relationships with other group members must be observed and inferred from. Credibility enhancing displays may provide one effective tool for dealing with complex social environments by extracting and integrating adaptive information from an immense range of potential social partners. Organized religious beliefs typical of routine rituals and standardized religious ideologies may serve as one type of credibility cue. The aim of this study was to assess how others judge adult's expressing a religious, spiritual, or natural explanation on traits associated with Positive Affect, Negative Affect, and Intelligence. Results from the study revealed that religious explanations were more affective than spiritual explanations at influencing perceptions of Positive-Affect and Negative Affect for those high and low in religious beliefs.
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Date Issued: 2010
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000806
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations, Social groups, Religiousness
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Reciprocity versus Modeling as a Basis for Exchange Bahavior in Preschoolers.
Creator: Weber, Ruth A., Bjorklund, David F., Florida Atlantic University
Abstract/Description: Preschoolers are likely to share with a child who has previously shared with them; whether they reciprocate to the child who shared or simply model the other's actions was investigated. 133 children were observed twice with a samesex classmate. The target child's partner was given a snack and allowed 2 min in which to eat or share, then the situation was reversed. The recipient in the second episode was either the previous partner or a new child. Boys shared more snacks, if they had been...
Show morePreschoolers are likely to share with a child who has previously shared with them; whether they reciprocate to the child who shared or simply model the other's actions was investigated. 133 children were observed twice with a samesex classmate. The target child's partner was given a snack and allowed 2 min in which to eat or share, then the situation was reversed. The recipient in the second episode was either the previous partner or a new child. Boys shared more snacks, if they had been shared to, regardless of the identity of the recipient suggesting a modeling effect. Girls shared more snacks when the potential recipient was the girl who had shared with them previously suggesting a reciprocity effect. Neither modeling nor reciprocation alone are sufficient explanations for increased sharing after exposure to sharing. Both prior actions and identity of the recipient need to be considered.
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Date Issued: 1990
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00000842
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations in children, Preschool children
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: AN AWARENESS MODEL OF INTERPERSONAL BEHAVIOR IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING.
Creator: BATTS, LESLIE DAVIS, Florida Atlantic University, Logsdon, James D.
Abstract/Description: The problem of this study was threefold: (1) To explore the availability of instruments that will increase student awarenesses on interpersonal and intrapersonal behavior. (2) To design or modify an instrument to be used as part of an awareness model in educational leadership training. (3) To survey awareness changes in a sample of the student population when the model is used in educational leadership training. A pilot study was conducted on a group of students enrolled in a Middle School...
Show moreThe problem of this study was threefold: (1) To explore the availability of instruments that will increase student awarenesses on interpersonal and intrapersonal behavior. (2) To design or modify an instrument to be used as part of an awareness model in educational leadership training. (3) To survey awareness changes in a sample of the student population when the model is used in educational leadership training. A pilot study was conducted on a group of students enrolled in a Middle School Leadership Sequence during the summer of 1973. This initial effort resulted in several training instruments, among them the Personnel Relations Survey, that were effective in the area of behavioral awareness. Of the instruments used in the pilot study, The Personnel Relations Survey was selected and modified for use in educational leadership training. Since the survey was designed to be used originally by manager trainees in an industrial setting, the nonsignificant modification was, for the most part, the substitution of educational personnel for employees, managers, and supervisors. The survey instrument which was a part of the model was used with a sample of students in an experimental and a control group to measure the dependent variables of exposure and feedback in relationships with teachers, principals, and superintendents. The participant was provided with a graphic analysis of his interaction and awareness by using the Johari Window that was a part of the model. Results were treated statistically with multivariate analysis of variance. Of the three hypotheses treated, there was insufficient evidence to reject the two following: 1. There is no significant difference between the experimental and control treatment effect when one is considering the dependent measures of exposure and feedback relevant to feelings. 2. There is no significant difference among the interaction effect of treatment with personnel when one is con~idering the dependent measures of exposure and feedback relative to feelings. No significant difference was noted in the treatment main effect when comparing the performance of the experimental and control groups on the dependent measures. The interaction effect of treatment, personnel, and treatment with personnel was nonsignificant. was: One hypothesis that was rejected at the .05 level of significance There is no significant difference between the personnel relationships main effect when one is considering the dependent measures of exposure and feedback relevant to feelings. A significant difference in the main effect of personnel was investigated with a multiple comparison test and the results showed that relationships with superintendents were significantly different from the relationships with the two other groups of educational personnel when considering the dependent measure of exposure. The model was not designed to produce change but to produce an awareness of one's interaction style and more desirable styles to which the participant could change if he so desired. Recommendations were made for more effective use of awareness training in educational leadership.
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Date Issued: 1974
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/11632
Subject Headings: Interaction analysis in education, Interpersonal relations
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: PREDICTING THE FORMATION OF MUTUAL ANTIPATHIES IN PRIMARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOMS.
Creator: Yoho, Michael, Laursen, Brett, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Psychology, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Abstract/Description: Enemy relationships play an important role in shaping identity, adjustment, and group cohesion. However, little is known about the causes of enemy relationships. The current study identified the role of individual and dyadic attributes in the formation of new mutual antipathies in primary and middle school children (N=372). Participants completed identical surveys at three time points during a single school year. Self-reports described children’s conduct problems and emotional problems. Peer...
Show moreEnemy relationships play an important role in shaping identity, adjustment, and group cohesion. However, little is known about the causes of enemy relationships. The current study identified the role of individual and dyadic attributes in the formation of new mutual antipathies in primary and middle school children (N=372). Participants completed identical surveys at three time points during a single school year. Self-reports described children’s conduct problems and emotional problems. Peer nominations measured children’s popularity, academic achievement, athleticism, and acceptance. The results indicated that enemy formation was driven by undesirable traits at both the individual and dyadic levels. At the individual level, lower academic achievement and higher conduct problems increased the odds of enemy formation. At the dyadic level, similarities between peers on conduct problems and emotional problems increased the odds of enemy formation. The findings, together with previous studies on the consequences of participation in enemy relationships, suggest that problems from enemy relationships contribute to the formation of new enemy relationships.
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Date Issued: 2022
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014090
Subject Headings: Antipathy, Aversion, Interpersonal relations, School children, Enemies
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: The interrelationships of organizational commitment, trust and participatory decision-making practices in public organizations.
Creator: Nyhan, Ronald C., Florida Atlantic University, Martin, Lawrence L.
Abstract/Description: This research study seeks to link empirically organizational commitment, trust and participatory decision making (PDM) practices and test their interrelationships. The research uses the Meyer & Allen (1984) Affective Commitment and Continuance Commitment Scale (ACCS) to measure organizational commitment and develops new scales to measure trust and PDM practices. The study hypothesizes multidimensional components for organizational commitment and trust; statistically significant associations...
Show moreThis research study seeks to link empirically organizational commitment, trust and participatory decision making (PDM) practices and test their interrelationships. The research uses the Meyer & Allen (1984) Affective Commitment and Continuance Commitment Scale (ACCS) to measure organizational commitment and develops new scales to measure trust and PDM practices. The study hypothesizes multidimensional components for organizational commitment and trust; statistically significant associations among organizational commitment, trust and PDM practices; and trust as a preceding and intervening variable between PDM practices and organizational commitment. The research uses Pearson correlations, exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modeling to test the hypotheses. The research results support the multidimensionality of organizational commitment and trust; interrelationships among organizational commitment, trust and PDM practices; and the temporal role of trust. However, the research results do not support trust as an intervening variable between PDM practices and organizational commitment. The study concludes with opportunities for future research.
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Date Issued: 1994
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/12387
Subject Headings: Management--Employee participation, Organizational effectiveness, Interpersonal relations, Industrial relations
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Title: Dynamics of social coordination: the synchronization of internal states in close relationships.
Creator: Vallacher, Robin R., Nowak, Andrzej, Zochowski, Michal
Date Issued: 2005
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/2182034
Subject Headings: Dynamics., Psychology, Social., Interpersonal relations --Mathematical models., Interpersonal relations --Psychological aspects., Psychometrics., Nonlinear Dynamics.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Correlates of interpersonal conflict.
Creator: Vazquez, Karinna., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Psychology
Abstract/Description: Evidence suggests that self-reports of the frequency of an event, the most common way of measuring rates of conflict, are an unreliable source of data and that minor changes in question format can result in major changes in the results obtained (Bless, Bohner, Hild & Schwarz 1992; Schwarz, 1991; Schwarz, 1999; Winkielman, Knauper & Schwarz, 1998). In the conflict literature, different studies report different rates of conflict and different associations between conflict frequency and...
Show moreEvidence suggests that self-reports of the frequency of an event, the most common way of measuring rates of conflict, are an unreliable source of data and that minor changes in question format can result in major changes in the results obtained (Bless, Bohner, Hild & Schwarz 1992; Schwarz, 1991; Schwarz, 1999; Winkielman, Knauper & Schwarz, 1998). In the conflict literature, different studies report different rates of conflict and different associations between conflict frequency and individual adjustment. Therefore, the present study examined how alterations in the measurement of conflict frequency affected how many conflicts participants reported and whether different measures of conflict were differentially associated with psychological adjustment outcomes (i.e., alcohol use, drug use, depression, delinquency, and interpersonal support). Response scales, reference periods, and question formats of conflict measures were manipulated to examine differences in conflict frequency reports. Results indicate that the changes in conflict measurement produce varied amounts of conflict across conditions and that changes in the measurement of conflict frequency change the associations between conflict frequency and adjustment outcomes.
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Date Issued: 2011
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3322511
Subject Headings: Interpersonal conflict, Conflict (Psychology), Interpersonal relations, Psychological aspects, Adjustment (Psychology), Stress (Psychology)
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Title: Detection in dispositional change in romantic relationships: A dynamic explanation.
Creator: Bodin, Sarah G., Florida Atlantic University, Monson, Thomas C.
Abstract/Description: Many studies have been devoted to investigating the process by which individuals make dispositional attributions about the people that they encounter. A surprisingly small number of studies have been directed at examining the process by which individuals may detect change in their impressions of people once they have been formed. In fact, traditional social psychology literature suggests that individuals will engage in a number of processes to maintain or improve, rather than change, their...
Show moreMany studies have been devoted to investigating the process by which individuals make dispositional attributions about the people that they encounter. A surprisingly small number of studies have been directed at examining the process by which individuals may detect change in their impressions of people once they have been formed. In fact, traditional social psychology literature suggests that individuals will engage in a number of processes to maintain or improve, rather than change, their initial attributions. With such alarming divorce rates, it is quite obvious that romantic couples are detecting change in their perceptions of one another. However, romance and attribution research has not been able to fully explain how detection of perception change occurs in romantic relationships. More specifically, traditional linear theories of attribution are not able to clarify how dramatic dispositional change can occur in romantic relationships. Results from an experiment lead us to believe that the detection of dispositional change in romantic relationships is actually quite dynamic, counter to current beliefs in the field. In addition, the Discounting Principle may be used in non-traditional ways.
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Date Issued: 2005
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13245
Subject Headings: Attribution (Social psychology), Interpersonal communication, Interpersonal relations, Affect (Psychology)--Study and teaching, Social perception
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Relationship experience as a predictor of jealousy.
Creator: Murphy, Samantha M., Florida Atlantic University, Shackelford, Todd K.
Abstract/Description: This study examined sex differences in jealousy over sexual and emotional infidelity. I was interested in replicating Buss et al. (1992, 1999), testing the double-shot hypothesis, and investigating a potential trigger for within-sex differences in jealousy. It was hypothesized that males will be more distressed by sexual infidelity and females will be more distressed by emotional infidelity and that relationship experience will trigger males and females to respond in predictable ways. This...
Show moreThis study examined sex differences in jealousy over sexual and emotional infidelity. I was interested in replicating Buss et al. (1992, 1999), testing the double-shot hypothesis, and investigating a potential trigger for within-sex differences in jealousy. It was hypothesized that males will be more distressed by sexual infidelity and females will be more distressed by emotional infidelity and that relationship experience will trigger males and females to respond in predictable ways. This study replicated Buss et al. (1992/1999) original findings, found no support for the double shot hypothesis, and found that relationship experience plays a partial role in the impact it has on predicting upset over infidelity, with males reliably becoming more distressed over sexual infidelity and females being more variable in there responses to jealousy.
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Date Issued: 2005
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13210
Subject Headings: Communication--Sex differences, Man-woman relationships, Interpersonal communication, Interpersonal relations, Adultery, Sexual ethics
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Who influences whom in adolescent romantic relationship?.
Creator: Richmond, Ashley D., Laursen, Brett, Furman, Wyndol, DeLay, Dawn, Hafen, Christopher A., Graduate College
Date Issued: 2011-04-08
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/3164768
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations in adolescence, Friendship in adolescence, Intimacy (Psychology)
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Thinking inside the box—dynamical constraints on mind and action: Comment on Marsh et al.’s ‘‘Toward a radically embodied, embedded social psychology,’’ this issue.
Creator: Vallacher, Robin R., Jackson, Deanna
Date Issued: 2009
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/2796530
Subject Headings: Social psychology., Interpersonal relations --Psychological aspects., Social interaction.
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Watching a life over time: the effects of viewing a videotaped longitudinal portrayal on cultural worldviews.
Creator: Franz, Stephanie., Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Abstract/Description: Terror management theory focuses on defenses used to buffer the anxiety caused by the awareness of death. This study attempted to induce an effect opposite to anxiety interpersonal connectedness-using a video clip. This feeling of connectedness was anticipated to decrease the need for the defenses described by terror management theory, and more specifically to lower the need for cultural worldview defense. Participants were assigned to one of two video conditions: the control video condition ...
Show moreTerror management theory focuses on defenses used to buffer the anxiety caused by the awareness of death. This study attempted to induce an effect opposite to anxiety interpersonal connectedness-using a video clip. This feeling of connectedness was anticipated to decrease the need for the defenses described by terror management theory, and more specifically to lower the need for cultural worldview defense. Participants were assigned to one of two video conditions: the control video condition (K-Web) or the experimental video condition (42-Up). After the video clip was shown, participants judged a list of social transgressions and rated the amount of punishment they felt the transgressor deserved. Individuals with high levels of self-esteem and positive affect were found to be more punitive than their counterparts, but the amount of punishment doled out to the transgressors was lower in the experimental video groups than in the control video groups.
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Date Issued: 2007
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/11617
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations, Terrorism, Psychological aspects, Attitude (Psychology), Testing
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Title: Factors That Contribute to Healthy Professional Relationships and a Positive Perception of School Climate in Christian Schools.
Creator: Hoffman, Tammy, Vaughan, Michelle, Bogotch, Ira, Florida Atlantic University, College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership and Research Methodology
Abstract/Description: Several Christian schools are becoming insolvent due to competition from larger private and charter schools. The purpose of this explanatory sequential mixed methods study was to determine teacher and administrators’ perception of school climate in the dimension of “Professional Relationships” in two accredited secondary Christian schools in South Florida, identify factors that contribute to healthy interpersonal relationships between the two groups, and determine how each group’s Christian...
Show moreSeveral Christian schools are becoming insolvent due to competition from larger private and charter schools. The purpose of this explanatory sequential mixed methods study was to determine teacher and administrators’ perception of school climate in the dimension of “Professional Relationships” in two accredited secondary Christian schools in South Florida, identify factors that contribute to healthy interpersonal relationships between the two groups, and determine how each group’s Christian faith influenced their actions. This study was unique because it included the administrators. The Organizational Climate Descriptive Questionnaire Revised for Secondary Schools (OCDQ-RS) survey was administered and results indicated that the participants’ perception of school climate was strongly influenced by their interpersonal relationships with their leaders, and positive interactions with one leader balanced out negative interactions with another leader. The survey results determined that School B’s participants scored above average in all five behaviors, and in “Teacher Engaged Behavior” their high score was an outlier, but the qualitative strand proved the score was appropriate. A t-test proved there was a significant statistical difference between the two research sites. Both schools scored above average in their openness scores, supporting the literature that Christian schools tend to have healthier school climates than public schools. An intrinsic case study was used for the qualitative strand, and the results indicated that teachers appreciate “Intentional Compassionate Leaders” who demonstrate healthy communication skills and compassion, and administrators appreciate “Professional Teachers” who demonstrate healthy communication skills and reciprocal compliance. Teachers appreciate administrators who demonstrate humility, Christian leadership, collaboration, accessibility, and visibility. These findings are significant for all educators because they identify concrete actions that teachers and administrators can take to improve their professional relationships. Christian school leaders could consider conducting a school climate study with a qualitative strand and following the Christian Transformational Leadership style, which encourages leaders to develop professional relationships with teachers, provide teachers with growth opportunities, develop a shared vision with their staff, and incorporates the three R’s, which stand for Christian school leaders who are “responsible” to secure “resources” and implement “reform” to keep their school in business.
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Date Issued: 2018
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013069
Subject Headings: Christian schools., Church schools--Administration., Interpersonal relations., School climate
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: The concept of fit: intersections in educational leadership.
Creator: Smith, Scott Vaughn., College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership and Research Methodology
Abstract/Description: The purpose of this mixed method study was to understand how demographic fit, organizational fit, and group fit influenced secondary school assistant principal (AP) selection and assimilation for candidates who completed the Paradise School District (pseudonym) leadership training program during the 2004-2005 to 2008-2009 school years. However, the results indicated that Hispanic candidates were selected at a higher rate than other groups of candidates. The results also indicated that Black...
Show moreThe purpose of this mixed method study was to understand how demographic fit, organizational fit, and group fit influenced secondary school assistant principal (AP) selection and assimilation for candidates who completed the Paradise School District (pseudonym) leadership training program during the 2004-2005 to 2008-2009 school years. However, the results indicated that Hispanic candidates were selected at a higher rate than other groups of candidates. The results also indicated that Black candidates were selected at the same rate as the average for all candidates ; however these results may be misleading because Black candidates were disproportionally over-represented in the study sample. Regarding organizational fit, the study results suggested that candidates who indicated one of three specific Myers-Briggs personality types (ESTJ, ENTJ, or ENFP) were selected at higher rates than candidates of the other 13 personality types. The suggested personality traits for secondary school APs found in this study included (a) Extroversion (E), (b) Feeling (F), and (c) Judging (J). Candidates who referenced more than one hiring administrator, at or above the level of principal, were selected at higher rates than candidates who referenced only one principal. The inverviews suggested balancing the demographics of a school's administrative staff, using gender and race/ethnicity, to the the community the school serves was related to selection. The interviews also disclosed that Black, Hispanic, and candidates with expertise in operations and curricula might be suggested over other candidates. The interviews also suggested that networking, sponsorship, interview impressions, and references were related to the selection processes.
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Date Issued: 2013
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/3361061
Subject Headings: Educational leadership, School management and organization, Strategic planning, Interpersonal relations
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Title: Conflict in close relationships: The roles of process, relationship, and conflict issue.
Creator: Jones, Charles Eric, Florida Atlantic University, Richardson, Deborah R., Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Psychology
Abstract/Description: A two (process) by two (relationship) by two (issue) design was implemented in order to investigate the effects of the process used to deal with a conflict, the relationship of those involved in the conflict, and the issue that the conflict is centered around. Subjects read one of eight different scenario types and rated them on their satisfaction with the process used, the relationship of those involved in the conflict, and the outcome of the conflict. It was predicted that a three-way...
Show moreA two (process) by two (relationship) by two (issue) design was implemented in order to investigate the effects of the process used to deal with a conflict, the relationship of those involved in the conflict, and the issue that the conflict is centered around. Subjects read one of eight different scenario types and rated them on their satisfaction with the process used, the relationship of those involved in the conflict, and the outcome of the conflict. It was predicted that a three-way interaction between the independent variables would occur. Support for the predictions was found. Results are discussed in light of past interpersonal and organizational literature.
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Date Issued: 1994
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15111
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations, Conflict (Psychology), Conflict management, Adjustment (Psychology)
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Title: Temporary is avoidance, forever is a lobotomy: Nurses' silence on unpopular patients.
Creator: Little, Daniel James., Florida Atlantic University, Coffman, Sherrilyn
Abstract/Description: This qualitative study of the phenomenon of nurse providing care to a client that the nurse does not like or determines to be unpopular was conducted with five professional nurses, who had experienced the phenomenon. Phenomenological method guided the inquiry through the narrative descriptions, from which essential descriptive themes of secrecy, avoidance, internalized conflict, specialness, and unfinishedness were uncovered and revealed by dwelling with the material. The implications for...
Show moreThis qualitative study of the phenomenon of nurse providing care to a client that the nurse does not like or determines to be unpopular was conducted with five professional nurses, who had experienced the phenomenon. Phenomenological method guided the inquiry through the narrative descriptions, from which essential descriptive themes of secrecy, avoidance, internalized conflict, specialness, and unfinishedness were uncovered and revealed by dwelling with the material. The implications for nursing education, nursing practice and nursing research are discussed.
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Date Issued: 1996
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15258
Subject Headings: Nurse and patient, Interpersonal relations, Hospital patients, Nurses--Attitudes
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Title: It's a small world after all: Mapping social space.
Creator: Bonevento, Michael D., Florida Atlantic University, Latane, Bibb
Abstract/Description: This study surveyed over 500 persons. It examined whether the physical distance dimension of our social world or "social space" is still a force in shaping the interaction between people when modern transportation and communication makes interaction with distant others more feasible. Using both oral, and mass interviews, participants were asked to describe the character, frequency of contact, importance, and distance of their contacts within a 24-hour period. As predicted by Latane's (1981)...
Show moreThis study surveyed over 500 persons. It examined whether the physical distance dimension of our social world or "social space" is still a force in shaping the interaction between people when modern transportation and communication makes interaction with distant others more feasible. Using both oral, and mass interviews, participants were asked to describe the character, frequency of contact, importance, and distance of their contacts within a 24-hour period. As predicted by Latane's (1981) social impact theory, the bulk of the relationships occurred at close distances. Over two-thirds of the relationships occurred at distances of 10 niles or less. Relationship type affected the distance, frequency of contact, and importance of relationships significantly. "Partners" had higher frequencies of contact and shorter reported distance than either relatives or friends. A positive relationship between importance and distance seems to indicate that some far contacts can be maintained.
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Date Issued: 1995
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15153
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations, Social interaction, Spatial behavior, Spatial behavior in animals
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Childhood Stability and Adult Relationship Functioning.
Creator: Szabolcsi, Vanessa, Maniaci, Michael, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Psychology, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Abstract/Description: Previous research has demonstrated the harmful impacts of adverse childhood circumstances on adult romantic relationships. The current study examines the negative influence of childhood unpredictability on adult relationships and how this effect may be buffered and enhanced, respectively, by cognitive ability and Machiavellianism. A total of 256 participants completed measures of childhood unpredictability, Machiavellianism, cognitive ability, and relationship satisfaction. Individuals who...
Show morePrevious research has demonstrated the harmful impacts of adverse childhood circumstances on adult romantic relationships. The current study examines the negative influence of childhood unpredictability on adult relationships and how this effect may be buffered and enhanced, respectively, by cognitive ability and Machiavellianism. A total of 256 participants completed measures of childhood unpredictability, Machiavellianism, cognitive ability, and relationship satisfaction. Individuals who experienced childhood unpredictability reported lower adult romantic relationship satisfaction. Machiavellianism was found to significantly enhance the negative effects of childhood unpredictability on adult relationships for men only. Cognitive ability was not a significant moderator.
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Date Issued: 2023
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014199
Subject Headings: Interpersonal relations, Social psychology, Machiavellianism (Psychology), Adverse Childhood Experiences
Format: Document (PDF)

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