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Depression, working models of others, and relationship functioning

K B Carnelley1, P R Pietromonacó, K Jaffe

  • 1Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 48106-1248.

Journal of Personality and Social Psychology
|January 1, 1994
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Adult attachment style, not depression, significantly impacts relationship functioning. Secure attachment is linked to better relationship quality, even in individuals with depression.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Social Psychology

Background:

  • Depression significantly impacts interpersonal relationships.
  • Individual's internal working models of others may influence relationship functioning.
  • Attachment theory provides a framework for understanding relationship dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of internal working models and depression in relationship functioning.
  • To compare relationship functioning between depressed and nondepressed individuals.
  • To determine the relative contribution of depression status and adult attachment style to relationship quality.

Main Methods:

  • Two studies were conducted involving college women and married women.
  • Participants reported on childhood relationships, adult attachment style, and current relationship functioning.

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  • Depression status was assessed (mildly depressed, recovering from clinical depression, or nondepressed).

    • Main Results:

    • Mildly depressed college women showed more preoccupation and fearful avoidance in romantic relationships.
    • Recovering depressed married women exhibited greater fearful avoidance compared to controls.
    • Adult attachment style was a stronger predictor of relationship functioning than depression status in both studies.
    • Positive mother experiences correlated with better relationship functioning, mediated by attachment and depression status.

    Conclusions:

    • Adult attachment style is a more significant determinant of relationship functioning than depression.
    • Interventions aimed at improving attachment security may enhance relationship quality for individuals with depression.
    • Understanding working models of others is crucial for addressing relationship difficulties in depression.