The Diversity of Human Relationships

ISBN-13: 9780521474634 / Angielski / Twarda / 1996 / 360 str.

Opis

Modern changes in the ways we interact with one another have led scientists and laypeople alike to take renewed interest in the workings of interpersonal relationships. This volume, first published in German and later revised for an American audience, takes a contemporary, interdisciplinary approach to the dynamics of interpersonal relationships. In five clearly defined sections, including those covering familial, romantic, and professional relationships, distinguished contributors address numerous examples of human interaction. This is an ideal text for graduate students in courses on human interaction and social psychology.

Recenzje

'Provides an interdisciplinary approach. Here, science is clearly presented and very readable, not just for specialists. It is especially suitable for everyone who likes to give some thought to their own personal relationships.' Psychologie Heute (Germany)

Spis treści

Introduction Ann Elisabeth Auhagen and Maria von Salisch; Part I. Fundamentals: 1. Towards a science of relationships Robert Hinde; 2. The development of different social relationships among children Lothar Krappmann; 3. Child-child relationships: symmetry and asymmetry among peers, friends and siblings Maria von Salisch; Part II. Family Relationships: 4. Parent-child relationships: childhood and adolescence Kurt Kreppner; 5. Relationships between adult children and their parents Yvonne Schutze; 6. Relationships between adult siblings; 7. Relationships within the extended family and different types of families Peter Kaiser; Part III. Romantic Relationships: 8. Heterosexual romantic relationships: beginning, maintenance and dissolution Hans Werner Bierhoff; 9. Lesbian and homosexual romantic relationships Pepper Schwartz; Part IV. Relationships between Non-Relatives in Private Life: 10. Adults' friendships Ann Elisabeth Auhagen; 11. Relationships between neighbors and between acquaintances Christian Melbeck; Part V. Professional Relationships: 12. Relationships among colleagues Oswald Neuberger; 13. Professional role relationships Anne Gaska and Dieter Frey; Epilogue; 14. Selected remarks about relationship research Gerold Mikula.