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Lesson 1: Relational Turbulence Theory Relational Turbulence Theory  Developed by Dr. Denise Solomon at the University of Wisconsin at Madison  There are two versions o Relational Turbulence Model:  Crafted in 2001 and 2004 o Relational Turbulence Theory  Finalized in 2016 Fundamental Assumptions  Transitions are pivotal moments  Communication during times of transition can lead to relationship growth or decay Two Mechanisms 1. Relational Uncertainty o Definition: how sure are unsure people are about the nature of their relationship o Stems from:  Self-Uncertainty: uncertainty that I have about my perceptions of a relationship  Partner-Uncertainty: uncertainty about my partner’s perceptions of a relationship  Relationship- Uncertainty: uncertainty about the status of the relationship itself o When people are experiencing relational uncertainty, they don’t know how to process incoming messages 2. Features of Interdependence o Three Features:  Influence: when we let people into our lives, we give them some influence over our everyday routines  As we mesh, we are bound to have interruptions  Interference: when partners have the capacity to influence our routines, and they interrupt our routine in disruptive ways  Happens when partners make it harder for us to accomplish our goals  Facilitation: when partners have the capacity to influence our routines, and they interrupt our routine in positive ways  Happens when partners make it easier for us to accomplish our goals Specific Episodes  Marked by reactive in cognitions, emotions, and communication  Crystalize over time

Relational Turbulence  Definition: persistent sense of the relationship as chaotic  Affects outcomes: o Social support o Conflict management o Ability to make plans o Ability to negotiate boundaries Evaluation  Strengths: o Validity o Heuristic value 

Weaknesses: o New o Scope  Focuses solely on romantic relationships...