COM 100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Uncertainty Reduction Theory, Social Exchange Theory, Interpersonal Attraction
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Social bonds that are both interactive and emotionally close. People in a virtual relationship have never met face-to-face. Pinocchio met online, but have since met in person. Cyber emigrant relationship initially met face-to-face, but now entirely online. Real worlders start face-to-face and continue in that manner. Social capital to refer to the resources we have as a result of our social relationships. Close relationships help people to manage the negative effects of stress. Social relationships carry costs as well as benefits. Friendships require an investment of time and emotional support. Material costs associated with doing things with friends. Why we form relationships: attraction theory: attraction theory explains why individuals are drawn to others, the process of forming most relationships begins with interpersonal attraction, four factors are powerful. Task attraction is because of a person"s abilities and dependability. Complementarity -a beneficial supplement by another person of something we lack in ourselves.
