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Although a host of research has examined family rituals, rituals shared by romantic partners is an understudied area of the field. This is a key area, as rituals can act as a conduit connecting subsystems to the entire family, providing valuable insights about family functioning (Fiese et al., 2002).
In this study we examined these expectations by examining associations between the quality of observed interaction patterns in the family of origin during adolescence and self-reported romantic attachment style and observed romantic relationship behaviors in adulthood (at ages 25 and 27).
- Rachel E. Dinero, Rand D. Conger, Phillip R. Shaver, Keith F. Widaman, Dannelle Larsen-Rife
- 10.1037/a0012506
- 2008
- 2008/08
Mar 7, 2022 · Key points. Many factors can challenge how we communicate and undertake rituals. Rituals are created in interaction. Rituals need to be adaptive to stay fresh and meaningful. Most of us take...
Mar 13, 2024 · The family structure and dynamics profoundly impact individuals’ approach to romantic relationships. For instance, children from closely knit nuclear families might value intimacy and stability in their relationships, mirroring the environment they grew up in.
Dec 30, 2023 · While it’s true that such rituals are essential for the health and wellbeing of romantic partnerships, it is crucial to understand that they stretch beyond couples to encompass the relational fabric of family life.
Miguel’s story demonstrates the close connection be-tween emotions and rituals in romantic relationships: when they become relationship rituals, even actions as mundane as making coffee can be imbued with emotional meaning and serve as clear signals of the relationship’s health.
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Jun 11, 2016 · When parents score higher on avoidant attachment, family rituals can be compromised, which can then impair family relationships, an argument in line with previous research showing that parents’/children’s family ritual meaning strengthens family ties (e.g., Fiese et al., 2002; Imber-Black, 2014).
