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resource theory  

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  • Resources are the objects, activities, processes, concepts, and emotions that have value to relationship partners. A resource can be valued, in and of itself, or only serve as a tool to acquire something of value (a means to an end). [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Resource Theory]

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