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An emerging theory of human relatedness
B M Hagerty1, J Lynch-Sauer, K L Patusky
1School of Nursing, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 48109.
Image--The Journal of Nursing Scholarship
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Human relatedness theory explains how we connect with others and our environment, impacting well-being. Understanding these connections is crucial for addressing psychological and social disturbances.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Human Behavior
Background:
- Human relatedness is a fundamental concern involving connections to others, objects, environments, society, and self.
- The theory of human relatedness conceptualizes this as a functional, behavioral system originating from early attachment.
- Relatedness is essential for psychological and social functioning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the theory of human relatedness.
- To outline the different states of relatedness and the social processes involved.
- To highlight the impact of disruptions in relatedness on overall well-being.
Main Methods:
- The theory is derived from a combination of inductive and deductive reasoning strategies.
- It analyzes the functional and behavioral aspects of establishing and maintaining connections.
- Observational and theoretical frameworks inform the conceptualization of relatedness states.
Main Results:
- Individuals experience distinct states of relatedness: connectedness, disconnectedness, parallelism, and enmeshment.
- Key social processes influencing these states include sense of belonging, reciprocity, mutuality, and synchrony.
- Disruptions in relatedness are linked to biological, psychological, and social disturbances.
Conclusions:
- Human relatedness is a dynamic system crucial for health and functioning.
- Understanding relatedness states and social processes offers insights into psychological well-being.
- Interventions addressing relatedness disruptions may alleviate various disturbances.