Describe how the theory conceptualizes and explains relational life and the central role communication plays in our interpersonal relationships.

Relationship development

Read Chapters 9-13, “Relationship Development”. The goal of the six theories discussed in this unit is to unravel the reasons why we continue to be part of other peoples’ lives and why they stay with us. Name each theory and, in one sentence, describe how the theory conceptualizes and explains relational life and the central role communication plays in our interpersonal relationships. Then discuss the following question I asked above, namely, “Why do we continue to be part of other peoples’ lives and why do they stay with us?” Pay attention to the following topics as you read: uncertainty, rewards, depth, and breadth, tensions, privacy, and motivation.