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K pojetí těsných interpersonálních vztahů
To the concept of close interpersonal relationships

Author(s): Zuzana Hurychová, Ivan Slaměník
Subject(s): Psychology
Published by: Univerzita Karlova v Praze, Nakladatelství Karolinum
Keywords: Close relationship; interdependency; intimacy; commitment; trust

Summary/Abstract: Close relationships fulfil the need for afiliation and this way they contribute to a psychological well-being of the individual. Into the close relationships we count marriage or partnership, friendship and family relationships. Each of them has its own specifics, but at the same time they have something in common. In the article we discuss the most frequently featured characteristics of close relationships, as interdependency, trust, commitment, intimacy and principle of social exchange. Their role can change with the continuation of the close relationship.

  • Issue Year: 2010
  • Issue No: 3-4
  • Page Range: 9-19
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: Czech