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... > social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > interpersonal relationships > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > turning points in relationships
... > social science subjects > sociology > social interaction > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > turning points in relationships
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turning points in relationships  

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  • Turning points are events or relational incidents that are associated with change or transformation in a relationship. For example, participants in romantic relationships commonly report that their first kiss or first date was a significant turning point in their relationship affecting the degree of commitment between partners. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Turning Points in Relationships]

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