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Examining trait self-control and communication patterns in romantic couples using the actor-partner interaction model

Examining trait self-control and communication patterns in romantic couples using the actor-partner interaction model

Authors :
Michelle R. vanDellen
Anne Shaffer
Jerica X. Bornstein
Source :
Personality and Individual Differences. 106:222-225
Publication Year :
2017
Publisher :
Elsevier BV, 2017.

Abstract

High self-control is associated with positive relationship outcomes. The purpose of this research was to examine the relationship between self-control and communication patterns between romantic partners. Dyadic data analyses revealed main effects of actor and partner self-control on mutually constructive communication and demand/withdraw. Additionally, an interaction between actor and partner self-control was related to mutual avoidance. These findings suggest self-control may be related to better communication abilities within relationships, providing one potential explanation for the association of self-control with better relationship outcomes.

Details

ISSN :
01918869
Volume :
106
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Personality and Individual Differences
Accession number :
edsair.doi...........d911063a784561c37e92a78b3913d148
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.paid.2016.11.002