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  2. Uncertainty reduction theory - Wikipedia

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    The uncertainty reduction theory, also known as initial interaction theory, developed in 1975 by Charles Berger and Richard Calabrese, is a communication theory from the post-positivist tradition. It is one of the few communication theories that specifically looks into the initial interaction between people prior to the actual communication ...

  3. Principal–agent problem - Wikipedia

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    The principal–agent problem refers to the conflict in interests and priorities that arises when one person or entity (the "agent") takes actions on behalf of another person or entity (the "principal"). [ 1] The problem worsens when there is a greater discrepancy of interests and information between the principal and agent, as well as when the ...

  4. Illusory superiority - Wikipedia

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    Illusory superiority is one of many positive illusions, relating to the self, that are evident in the study of intelligence, the effective performance of tasks and tests, and the possession of desirable personal characteristics and personality traits. Overestimation of abilities compared to an objective measure is known as the overconfidence ...

  5. Relationship maintenance - Wikipedia

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    Through the stagnating stage, the relationship becomes shallow and boring with routines. Partners go through the routines, but do not care much for the outcome of the relationship. The lack of interest begins to show to friends and family through lack of communication both verbal and non-verbal.

  6. Interpersonal relationship - Wikipedia

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    Psychology. In social psychology, an interpersonal relation (or interpersonal relationship) describes a social association, connection, or affiliation between two or more persons. It overlaps significantly with the concept of social relations, which are the fundamental unit of analysis within the social sciences.

  7. Conflict (process) - Wikipedia

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    Conflict of interest is involvement in multiple interests which could possibly corrupt the motivation or decision-making. [16] Cultural conflict is a type of conflict that occurs when different cultural values and beliefs clash. [17] Intellectual conflict is a subclass of cultural conflict. [18]

  8. Identity crisis - Wikipedia

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    Identity diffusion can be described as "the apathetic state that represents the relative lack of both exploration and commitment". [7] Identity diffusion can overlap with diagnoses such as schizophrenia and depression, and can best be described as a lack of identity structure. An example of an identity crisis emerging from this status is an ...

  9. Social exchange theory - Wikipedia

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    The theory places relationships in a linear structure, when some relationships might skip steps or go backwards in terms of intimacy. Russell Cropanzano and Marie S. Mitchell discuss how one of the major issues within the social exchange theory is the lack of information within studies on the various exchange rules. [45]