Communication and relational maintenance
By: edited by Daniel J. Canary, Laura Stafford.
Contributors: Canary, Daniel J.; Stafford, Laura.
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 1993
Place of publication: San Diego
Language: eng
Number of pages: 313
Subjects: Interpersonal relations.; Interpersonal communication.; Conflict management.
Description: Communication and Relational Maintenance addresses the question "How do people maintain their personal relationships?" Unlike the published works in this field that focus on relationship initiation or dissolution, this volume discusses the everyday processes used to maintain an on-going relationship. It discusses interpersonal communication, social-psychological factors relevant to maintenance, and the resolution of conflict.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.