self-regulation in relationships
expectation states theory and relationships
effects of social comparison on relationships
transference
misattribution
perspective taking
gain-loss theory of attraction
unconditional positive regard
human relationships
security in relationships
norm of reciprocity
gender stereotypes
values and relationships
beliefs about relationships
attribution processes in relationships
romanticism
principle of lesser interest
expectations about marriage
understanding (cognition)
concepts
self-expansion model
gender-role attitudes
norms about relationships
couple identity
self-evaluation maintenance model
language usage in relationships
fairness in relationships
empathic accuracy and inaccuracy
memories and relationships
mood and relationships
ideals about relationships
rules of relationships
comparison levels
satisfaction in relationships
prototype approach to love
idealization
physical attractiveness stereotype
beliefs, destiny versus growth
validation in relationships
accounts (psychology)
first impressions
approach and avoidance orientations
information seeking
expectations about relationships
How people think about themselves, their partners, and their relationships has a major influence on how they approach other people, how they feel about their relationship, and how they act toward their partners. There are a variety of methods and constructs that are included under the umbrella term relationship cognition. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Cognitive Processes in Relationships]
cognitive processes in relationships