Narcissistic Traits and Romantic Relationship Outcomes: A Short Daily Diary Investigation

Research has shown that diverging romantic relationship outcomes of grandiose narcissism can be explained by differential associations of agentic and antagonistic aspects of narcissism. In this study, we wanted to further investigate the underlying mechanisms by examining how narcissists perceive daily situations with their partner. In an online diary, 171 couples reported on 1941 daily situations experienced together. Analyses revealed that agentic narcissism was positively and antagonistic narcissism was negatively related to daily relationship satisfaction. These effects were differentially linked through distinct situation perceptions: Agentic narcissism was positively linked with relationship satisfaction through perceiving daily situations as, for example, containing more romance, sexuality and love, while antagonistic narcissism was negatively linked with relationship satisfaction through perceiving, for example, more threat, criticism, and accusation. Results are discussed in light of the NARC model and with respect to person-situation transactions in romantic relationships.

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Situation Perception Mediates the Link Between Narcissism and Relationship Satisfaction: Evidence From a Daily Diary Study in Romantic Couples

Social Psychological and Personality Science ◽

10.1177/1948550620987419 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 194855062098741

Author(s):

Katrin Rentzsch ◽

Larissa L. Wieczorek ◽

Tanja M. Gerlach

Keyword(s):

Romantic Relationships ◽

Relationship Satisfaction ◽

Romantic Relationship ◽

Daily Diary ◽

Diary Study ◽

Grandiose Narcissism ◽

Romantic Couples ◽

Daily Diary Study ◽

Relationship Outcomes ◽

Underlying Mechanisms

Research has shown that diverging romantic relationship outcomes of grandiose narcissism can be explained by differential associations of agentic and antagonistic aspects of narcissism. In this study, we wanted to further investigate the underlying mechanisms by examining how narcissists perceive daily situations with their partners. In an online diary, 171 couples reported on 1941 daily situations experienced together. Analyses revealed that agentic narcissism was positively and antagonistic narcissism was negatively related to daily relationship satisfaction. These effects were differentially linked through distinct situation perceptions: Agentic narcissism was positively linked with relationship satisfaction through perceiving daily situations as, for example, containing more romance, sexuality, and love, while antagonistic narcissism was negatively linked with relationship satisfaction through perceiving, for example, more threat, criticism, and accusation. Results are discussed in light of the Narcissistic Admiration and Rivalry Concept and with respect to person–situation transactions in romantic relationships.

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Romantic partners’ weight criticism and Latina/o/x young adults’ relationship instability

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships ◽

10.1177/02654075211035440 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 026540752110354

Author(s):

Sarah E. Killoren ◽

J. Kale Monk ◽

Avelina Rivero ◽

Dawson Quinn ◽

Gabrielle C. Kline

Keyword(s):

Young Adults ◽

Relationship Quality ◽

Romantic Relationship ◽

Romantic Partners ◽

Romantic Partner ◽

Hierarchical Regression ◽

Relationship Outcomes ◽

Relationship Instability ◽

Low Levels ◽

Romantic Relationship Quality

Negative interactions between romantic partners, such as when one partner criticizes another about their weight, are associated with poor relationship outcomes. The purpose of the study was to examine associations between romantic partner weight criticism, romantic relationship quality, gender, and Latinx young adults’ romantic relationship instability. Participants were recruited from a Qualtrics panel and completed 30-minute surveys online. The sample included 475 Latinx young adults (60% women; M age = 24.80 years, SD = 3.22; 66% Mexican) who reported on their experiences of romantic partner weight criticism, positive romantic relationship quality (e.g., intimacy, affection, nurturance), negative romantic relationship quality (e.g., conflict, antagonism), and relationship instability. Hierarchical regression analyses were conducted to test the study goals. Overall, weight-related criticism was more strongly associated with romantic relationship instability for men than for women. Further, for men, associations between weight criticism and romantic relationship instability were also particularly strong in the context of low levels of negative romantic relationship quality compared to high levels of negative romantic relationship quality.

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From Piggy Banks to Significant Others: Associations Between Financial Socialization and Romantic Relationship Flourishing in Emerging Adulthood

Journal of Family Issues ◽

10.1177/0192513x211057536 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 0192513X2110575

Author(s):

Ashley B. LeBaron-Black ◽

Matthew T. Saxey ◽

Toby M. Driggs ◽

Melissa A. Curran

Keyword(s):

Emerging Adulthood ◽

Emerging Adults ◽

Financial Distress ◽

Romantic Relationship ◽

Well Being ◽

Childhood And Adolescence ◽

Financial Socialization ◽

Financial Outcomes ◽

Financial Behaviors ◽

Relationship Outcomes

While a plethora of research has found that parent financial socialization during childhood and adolescence is linked with financial outcomes in emerging adulthood, recent literature suggests that financial socialization may also impact romantic relationship outcomes in emerging adulthood. Utilizing a sample of 1,950 U.S. emerging adults, we test whether retrospectively recalled parent financial socialization is associated with romantic relationship flourishing and whether this association is mediated by financial behaviors and financial distress. We found that financial socialization was positively associated with financial behaviors and relationship flourishing and was negatively associated with financial distress. Further, financial behaviors partially mediated the association between financial socialization and relationship flourishing, while financial distress did not mediate the association. Together with previous literature, these findings provide useful information for therapists and educators in their pursuit to promote robust parent financial socialization in childhood and adolescence and both financial and relational well-being in emerging adulthood.

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Mindfulness and Romantic Relationship Outcomes: the Mediating Role of Conflict Resolution Styles and Closeness

Mindfulness ◽

10.1007/s12671-020-01449-9 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 (10) ◽

pp. 2314-2324 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Nathalie Gesell ◽

Frank Niklas ◽

Sandra Schmiedeler ◽

Robin Segerer

Keyword(s):

Conflict Resolution ◽

Romantic Relationship ◽

Mediating Role ◽

Conflict Resolution Styles ◽

Relationship Outcomes

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Seeking and Ensuring Interdependence: Desiring Commitment and the Strategic Initiation and Maintenance of Close Relationships

Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin ◽

10.1177/0146167219841633 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 46 (1) ◽

pp. 36-50 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Kenneth Tan ◽

Christopher R. Agnew ◽

Benjamin W. Hadden

Keyword(s):

Romantic Relationship ◽

Close Relationships ◽

Positive Relationship ◽

Interactive Effect ◽

Relationship Commitment ◽

Future Research ◽

Research Directions ◽

Attitudes And Behaviors ◽

Relationship Outcomes ◽

Future Research Directions

The current research offers and examines the concept of commitment desirability, defined as the subjective desire to be involved in a committed romantic relationship at a given time. In pursuing their desire for a committed romance, how do individuals high in commitment desirability strategically ensure success? We suggest that high perceived partner commitment is sought by individuals who themselves desire to be involved in a committed relationship. In three studies involving individuals both currently involved and not involved in a relationship, we found support for the hypothesized interactive effect of commitment desirability and perceived partner commitment, such that greater commitment desirability was associated with more positive relationship outcomes, especially when partners were perceived to be high in commitment. The present research suggests that commitment desirability is a meaningful predictor of relationship attitudes and behaviors. Implications for understanding relationship commitment as well as future research directions are discussed.

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