A longitudinal study of the associations among adolescent conflict resolution styles, depressive symptoms, and romantic relationship longevity

被引:20
作者
Ha, Thao [1 ]
Overbeek, Geertjan [2 ]
Cillessen, Antonius H. N. [1 ]
Engels, Rutger C. M. E. [1 ]
机构
[1] Radboud Univ Nijmegen, Inst Behav Sci, NL-6500 HE Nijmegen, Netherlands
[2] Univ Utrecht, Dept Dev Psychol, NL-3508 TC Utrecht, Netherlands
关键词
Adolescent romantic relationships; Depressive symptoms; Conflict resolution styles; Romantic relationship longevity; Actor-partner interdependence model; REASSURANCE-SEEKING; MARITAL SATISFACTION; PEER RELATIONSHIPS; WORKING MODELS; CO-RUMINATION; TRADE-OFFS; WOMEN; GIRLS; REJECTION; PARTNERS;
D O I
10.1016/j.adolescence.2012.04.009
中图分类号
B844 [发展心理学(人类心理学)];
学科分类号
040202 ;
摘要
This study investigated whether adolescents' conflict resolution styles mediated between depressive symptoms and relationship longevity. Data were used from a sample of 80 couples aged 13-19 years old (Mage = 15.48, SD = 1.16). At Time 1 adolescents reported their depressive symptoms and conflict resolution styles. Additionally, time until break-up was assessed. Data were analyzed using actor-partner interdependence models. Results showed no support for conflict resolution styles as mediators. Girls' depressive symptoms were directly related to shorter relationships. Additionally, actor effects were found indicating that boys and girls with more depressive symptoms used negative resolution styles and were less likely to employ positive problems solving strategies. Finally, one partner effect was found: girls' depressive symptoms related to more positive problem solving in boys. (C) 2012 The Foundation for Professionals in Services for Adolescents. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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页码:1247 / 1254
页数:8
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