However, hierarchical multiple regression analyses controlling for the effects of symptomatology indicated that RAAS did not contribute to event occurrence above and beyond psychopathology. Autonomy reflects valuing of independence and self-reliance and an achievement orientation. However, regression analyses controlling for psychopathology indicated that only Autonomy made a significant incremental contribution beyond symptoms. Thus, the Autonomy subscale appears to predict more frequent and more conflicted interpersonal events. These preliminary results highlight the importance of viewing clinically significant depression as a disorder of the transactions between the person and the environment.
Stressors contribute to depression, but people contribute to some stressors.
The present results indicate that certain dysfunctional interpersonal skills and cognitions play a role in the occurrence of stressful life events. There are doubtless many other important variables that contribute to a fuller understanding of this process. A measure of personality factors in psychopathology. Unpublished manuscript, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Adult attachment, working models, and relationship quality in dating couples.