Sources of Satisfaction and Conflict in Long-Term Relationships.

Argyle, Michael; Furnham, Adrian

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Publication Date: 1983

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Sources of Satisfaction and Conflict in Long-Term Relationships.

Argyle, Michael; Furnham, Adrian

Journal of Marriage and the Family, v45 n3 p481-93 Aug 1983

Rated 15 sources of satisfaction and 15 sources of conflict for nine relationships of adults (N=52). Results showed three clear satisfaction factors (instrumental reward, emotional support, shared interests) and two conflict factors (emotional conflict, criticism). Shared interests seemed to be a universal satisfaction source. (WAS)

Descriptors: Adults, Age Differences, Foreign Countries, Interpersonal Relationship, Life Satisfaction, Marital Satisfaction, Predictor Variables, Sex Differences, Social Exchange Theory, Stress Variables

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom

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