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Kimberly K Assad1, M Brent Donnellan, Rand D Conger

  • 1Department of Psychology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA.

Journal of Personality and Social Psychology
|July 25, 2007
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Dispositional optimism is linked to happier romantic relationships through cooperative problem-solving. This positive outlook acts as a lasting resource, enhancing relationship satisfaction over time.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Relationship Science

Background:

  • Dispositional optimism is studied for its adaptive functions.
  • Optimism is associated with approach coping strategies.
  • The role of optimism in romantic relationships requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the link between dispositional optimism and cooperative problem-solving in romantic relationships.
  • To investigate the mediating role of cooperative problem-solving in the optimism-relationship satisfaction link.
  • To assess the longitudinal impact of optimism on relationship satisfaction.

Main Methods:

  • Survey methodology was employed to gather data.
  • Participants reported on their dispositional optimism, relationship satisfaction, and problem-solving strategies.

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  • Longitudinal data collection occurred over a 2-year period.

    • Main Results:

    • Optimism was positively correlated with relationship satisfaction and happiness.
    • Cooperative problem-solving significantly mediated the relationship between optimism and satisfaction.
    • Optimism predicted increases in relationship satisfaction over the 2-year interval.

    Conclusions:

    • Dispositional optimism is a valuable resource for maintaining satisfying romantic relationships.
    • Cooperative problem-solving is a key mechanism through which optimism benefits relationships.
    • Optimism may foster long-term relationship resilience and well-being.