PSYCH 104 Lecture Notes - Lecture 30: Friending And Following, Kin Selection, Psych
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When we get dumped, we may be tempted to have revenge sex or to otherwise rebound with another person. Rebound relationship: a relationship initiated shortly after a breakup, often before the feelings about the former relationship have been resolved. Although this doesn"t make us feel worse, it also doesn"t reduce distress or anger toward our ex. Sometimes this can help resolve feelings about our past relationship and make us feel a bit more desirable. People who were more committed to a dissolved romantic relationship are more likely to have healthier relationships with their exes. An important part of commitment is wanting the relationship to continue in the future. Write about the positive aspects of the experience. Rely on social support from family, friends, etc. There are different types of love, and love isn"t the best predictor of relationship stability. People assess and maintain their relationships by making comparisons.
