Abstract
This chapter reviews research on relational expectations as interdependence and commitment develop. There are myriad pathways to commitment which vary by individual, relational, and contextual factors. The goal of this chapter is to focus on existing typologies of relationship development and review literature on how and why individuals become increasingly committed to their partners. In doing so, we will review the origin and development of research on commitment to wed and track its history over time. We will also discuss previously unpublished data that capture the diverse reasons for upturns and declines in commitment and explore how expectations influence relationship maintenance/continuity. We will conclude with a discussion of methodological concerns and future directions.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | Interdependence, Interaction, and Close Relationships |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Pages | 316-342 |
| Number of pages | 27 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781108645836 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781108480963 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2020 |
Keywords
- commitment
- commitment to wed
- commitment trajectories
- Expectations
- relationship continuity
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Psychology
- General Social Sciences