Relationship P.aper


 

Students will type a 3-4-page p.aper applying a relational concept/theory to a relationship of their choice.  Students should select a relationship that they have with another person (e.g., significant other, parent, sibling, friend, co-worker, supervisor, relative, teacher).  Students will describe the relationship by doing one of the following:

  • Explain the Relationship Stages using your relationship as an example
  • Explain how self-disclosure is used in your relationship
  • Analyze the relational characteristics of your relationship
  • Discuss the dimensions on intimacy used in your relationship
  • Explain how culture has played a role in your relationship
  • Describe how you  and your family (or family member) communicate
  • Describe a friendship you have using a relational theory
  • Describe the romantic turning points for a romantic relationship you have been in
  • Apply the love languages to your relationship
  • Describe how you have repaired a damaged relationship
  • Describe how you have resolved conflict in a relationship

Formatting Requirements

  • Cover Page (Not included in the minimum page number)
  • Double-spaced
  • 12 point Times New Roman or Arial font
  • Reference page
  • A P A or M L A   Format
  • Minimum of three sources (one source can be the textbook)