The discourses surrounding long-distance romantic relationships and perceived network support: A mixed methods investigation

2021 ◽  
pp. 026540752110138
Author(s):  
Rebecca M. Johnson ◽  
Jeffrey A. Hall
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Romantic Partner ◽  
Perceived Support ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Online Surveys ◽  
Relationship Type ◽  
Network Support ◽  
Relational Partners

This multi-method investigation focuses on perceived network support and its association with well-being for people in long-distance romantic relationships (LDRRs). In Study 1, interviews with 35 individuals in LDRRs were conducted. Analysis identified a general lack of support and understanding of LDRRs from peers and explored how partners manage unsupportive discourses. Study 2 quantitatively examined perceived network support for relationships and relational partners, and the association between perceived support and relational well-being. Participants ( N = 217) in LDRRs and geographically-close romantic relationships (GCRRs) completed online surveys. Results indicated that LDRR participants reported significantly lower network support for their relationship compared to those in GCRRs, but no significant differences were found for relational well-being. Perceiving support for one’s romantic partner from one’s network was predictive of relational well-being regardless of relationship type.

Social Sharing With Friends and Family After Romantic Breakups

2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 166-172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mina Choi ◽  
Catalina L. Toma
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Personal Growth ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Relationship Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Sharing ◽  
Relational Partners

Abstract. Romantic breakups are prevalent and distressing experiences in the lives of college students. The present study examined (a) college students’ media use for discussing their breakups with various relational partners; and (b) the association between this sharing and personal growth, a eudaimonic marker of well-being. For geographically close relationships, participants used face-to-face interaction the most for breakup-related sharing, followed by texting, and least of all the phone. This pattern was different for long-distance relationships, where texting prevailed, followed by the phone, and least of all face-to-face. Differences also emerged based on relationship type with the sharers (friends vs. family). Only face-to-face sharing with close friends was associated with sharers’ personal growth after the breakup. The results extend the social sharing theoretical framework by incorporating media factors and advance the literature on media use and psychological well-being.

scholarly journals Facebook intensity, social network support, stability and satisfaction in long-distance and geographically-close romantic relationships: A test of a mediation model

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cherrie Joy Billedo ◽  
Peter Kerkhof ◽  
Catrin Finkenauer
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Relationship Stability ◽  
Mediation Model ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Support Functions ◽  
Network Support ◽  
Negative Impacts

The impetus for this study is the proposition that social network sites (SNSs), like Facebook, can be beneficial for romantic relationships via network support functions. This study investigated a model which proposes that the use of Facebook predicts relationship support from Facebook connections, and this, in turn, predicts relationship stability and satisfaction in romantic relationships. This mediation model was tested on data gathered via an online survey among individuals who use Facebook, who are in long-distance (LDRR, n = 142) and geographically-close romantic relationships (GCRR, n = 314). GCRR participants reported higher levels of Facebook intensity and relationship support, as well as perceived relationship stability and satisfaction than participants in LDRR. Moreover, the results indicated that Facebook intensity predicted higher access to Facebook relationship support in LDRR and GCRR which, in turn, predicted perceived relationship stability and satisfaction in LDRR; and only perceived relationship satisfaction in GCRR. However, Facebook intensity had direct negative impacts on relationship satisfaction in GCRR, and on perceived relationship stability in LDRR. Facebook intensity and Facebook relationship support were not associated with relationship stability in GCRR. This demonstrates the relative importance of SNSs, such as Facebook, in relationship stability for those in LDRR.

scholarly journals Facebook intensity, social network support, stability and satisfaction in long-distance and geographically-close romantic relationships: A test of a mediation model

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cherrie Joy Billedo ◽  
Peter Kerkhof ◽  
Catrin Finkenauer
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Relationship Stability ◽  
Mediation Model ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Support Functions ◽  
Network Support ◽  
Negative Impacts

The impetus for this study is the proposition that social network sites (SNSs), like Facebook, can be beneficial for romantic relationships via network support functions. This study investigated a model which proposes that the use of Facebook predicts relationship support from Facebook connections, and this, in turn, predicts relationship stability and satisfaction in romantic relationships. This mediation model was tested on data gathered via an online survey among individuals who use Facebook, who are in long-distance (LDRR, n = 142) and geographically-close romantic relationships (GCRR, n = 314). GCRR participants reported higher levels of Facebook intensity and relationship support, as well as perceived relationship stability and satisfaction than participants in LDRR. Moreover, the results indicated that Facebook intensity predicted higher access to Facebook relationship support in LDRR and GCRR which, in turn, predicted perceived relationship stability and satisfaction in LDRR; and only perceived relationship satisfaction in GCRR. However, Facebook intensity had direct negative impacts on relationship satisfaction in GCRR, and on perceived relationship stability in LDRR. Facebook intensity and Facebook relationship support were not associated with relationship stability in GCRR. This demonstrates the relative importance of SNSs, such as Facebook, in relationship stability for those in LDRR.

Perspective Taking and Specificity of Sensory Contact in Romantic Relationships

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anca M. Miron ◽  
Robert A. Wicklund ◽  
Megan Diestelmann ◽  
Taresa Moore ◽  
Hannah Schroeder
Keyword(s):  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Perspective Taking ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Romantic Partner ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Sensory Contact ◽  
Long Distance Relationships

In two studies, we examined the effects of perspective taking aimed at one's romantic partner, and type of romantic relationship (long-distance vs. geographically close) on sensory specificity. Sensory specificity is defined as selectivity in using sensory dimensions such as visual, acoustical, or tactile, in romantic interactions. Participants were undergraduate students involved in exclusive romantic relationships. In Study 1 (N = 210), a perspective-taking orientation to the partner enhanced sensory selectivity in both types of relationships. In Study 2 (N = 120), in which perspective taking was manipulated, perspective taking caused an increase in sensory specificity for partners living in the same location, and not for those in long-distance relationships. These findings underscore the importance of studying perspective taking in the context of sensory-based romantic interactions. Implications and future directions are discussed.

Major Life Decisions of Gifted Adults in Relation to Overall Life Satisfaction

2011 ◽  
Vol 34 (6) ◽  
pp. 817-838 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristin M. Perrone-McGovern ◽  
Tracy M. Ksiazak ◽  
Stephen L. Wright ◽  
Aarika Vannatter ◽  
Claudine C. Hyatt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Family Relationships ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Online Surveys ◽  
Major Life ◽  
Life Decisions ◽  
Gifted Adults ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

In this study, major life decisions of gifted adults were examined in relation to life satisfaction. Participants were 57 gifted adults who have been participating in a longitudinal study over the last two decades. Qualitative data were collected via written and online surveys, and were analyzed by a research team using phenomenological, postpositivist, consensus-seeking methods. Participants’ decisions were categorized according to their developmental stage at the time of the decision. Their perspectives regarding major life decisions, life satisfaction, career, romantic relationships, family relationships, and personal well-being are described and discussed in relation to existing knowledge and literature on gifted adults. Suggestions for counselors and educators are provided, based on the findings of this study.

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