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Lover and learner: Exploring relational schema change following relationship dissolution.

Julie A Brunson¹, Camilla S Øverup², Linda K Acitelli³

¹a Pennsylvania State University , Pennsylvania.

The Journal of Social Psychology

|March 28, 2018

Summary

Relationship breakups change how individuals view themselves and future romantic partnerships. These changes in relational schemas can be positive or negative, impacting current relationship quality and overall wellbeing.

Keywords:

Change in relationship knowledge cognition relational schemas relationship relationship dissolution self-schema

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Social Psychology
Relationship Science

Background:

Romantic relationships significantly influence individuals.
The impact of relationship dissolution on relational schemas (expectations for relationships) is less understood.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate how romantic relationship breakups affect individuals' relational schemas.
To explore both positive and negative changes in relationship expectations post-breakup.

Main Methods:

Undergraduate students reported on changes in their views of self, partners, and relationships after a breakup.
Analysis of how past relationship aspects predicted schema change and its valence.

Main Results:

Relational schemas demonstrably change after relationship dissolution.
Both positive and negative shifts in relationship expectations were observed.
Past relationship characteristics influenced the nature and valence of schema change.
Schema change correlated with current relationship quality.

Conclusions:

Relationship breakups alter individuals' expectations for future relationships.
Understanding these schema changes is crucial for comprehending relationship health and individual wellbeing.
Past relationship experiences shape future relational outlooks and current relationship dynamics.