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Morbid jealousy from an evolutionary psychological perspective
Title
Morbid jealousy from an evolutionary psychological perspective.
Creator
Easton, Judith A., Florida Atlantic University, Shackelford, Todd K.
Abstract/Description
Individuals diagnosed with morbid jealousy have hypersensitive jealousy mechanisms that cause them to have irrational thoughts about their partners and to exhibit extreme behaviors. Because morbid jealousy is defined as a malfunction of evolved jealousy mechanisms such that they produce increased chances of perceiving partner infidelity, research guided by an evolutionary psychological perspective can add insight to the understanding of the disorder. The present research tested eleven...
Show moreIndividuals diagnosed with morbid jealousy have hypersensitive jealousy mechanisms that cause them to have irrational thoughts about their partners and to exhibit extreme behaviors. Because morbid jealousy is defined as a malfunction of evolved jealousy mechanisms such that they produce increased chances of perceiving partner infidelity, research guided by an evolutionary psychological perspective can add insight to the understanding of the disorder. The present research tested eleven evolutionarily relevant hypotheses about jealousy, in an attempt to improve the understanding of the etiology of morbid jealousy. To investigate a large enough sample, I created a database of all the morbid jealousy case histories published in English. Chi-square analyses were used to test all eleven hypotheses. Results for seven hypotheses were significant. By illustrating that there may be an adaptive purpose for some of the associated behaviors and for jealousy, the results of this study can aid clinicians in treating morbid jealousy.
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Date Issued
2006
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13376
Subject Headings
Jealousy--Case studies, Psychology, Pathological, Rational emotive behavior therapy--Case studies
Format
Document (PDF)
High summer
Title
High summer.
Creator
Hasler Martinez, Michelle., Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Department of English
Abstract/Description
High Summer is a manuscript-length compilation of narrative science essays that trace the relationship the narrator has with her father. These essays focus on the ongoing presence of drugs, their historical basis, and their pharmacological effects on the body.
Date Issued
2012
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3358552
Subject Headings
Fathers and daughters, Parent and child, Symbolism in literature, Psychology, Pathological, Substance abuse, Physiological aspects, Narration (Rhetoric), Creative nonfiction
Format
Document (PDF)
Effects of the relationship enhancement® program on social skills, empathy and social support for adults with autism spectrum disorders
Title
Effects of the relationship enhancement® program on social skills, empathy and social support for adults with autism spectrum disorders.
Creator
Cunningham, Alexandra, Sperry, Len, Florida Atlantic University, College of Education, Department of Counselor Education
Abstract/Description
An important area of research is emerging for adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) with respect to the challenges they face in their social relationships. Social relationships include those that are romantic in nature such as dating, cohabitation and marriage. Researchers suggest that engaging in a healthy and happy romantic relationship has many physical and mental health benefits that contribute to improved quality of life. This study used a quasi-experimental group design...
Show moreAn important area of research is emerging for adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) with respect to the challenges they face in their social relationships. Social relationships include those that are romantic in nature such as dating, cohabitation and marriage. Researchers suggest that engaging in a healthy and happy romantic relationship has many physical and mental health benefits that contribute to improved quality of life. This study used a quasi-experimental group design to explore the effects of psychoeducation for adults with ASD. Study participants were assigned to one of two group conditions. One group received the Relationship Enhancement®(RE) program and the other received RE with supplements targeting specific social skills. Social skills, empathy and social support were measured pre and post intervention for participants both within and between groups. Significant differences were found in the assessment of all participants, in both groups, as measured by t-tests and effect sizes in the variables of social skills (t(37)=- 2.28-2.72, p=.028-.029, η2=.122) and empathy (t(37)=-2.31, p=.027, η2=.123). These differences indicate that all participants, in both groups improved in social skills and empathy from pre to post treatment. No significant differences were found among all group participants for the variable of social support. There were no significant differences between groups for the three variables measured (p>0.05). Overall, these results provide support for the use of RE and the targeted supplements to increase social skills and empathy among adults with ASD who are interested in engaging in romantic relationships.
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Date Issued
2014
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004096
Subject Headings
Asperger's syndrome -- Patients -- Conduct of life, Asperger's syndrome -- Social aspects, Autism spectrum disorders, Interpersonal relations, Mindfulness based cognitive therapy, Psychology, Pathological
Format
Document (PDF)