The virtue of problem-solving: Perceived partner virtues as predictors of problem-solving efficacy

Amanda Veldorale-Brogan; Nathaniel M. Lambert; Frank D. Fincham; C. Nathan Dewall

doi:10.1111/j.1475-6811.2012.01421.x

The virtue of problem-solving: Perceived partner virtues as predictors of problem-solving efficacy

Amanda Veldorale-Brogan, Nathaniel M. Lambert, Frank D. Fincham, C. Nathan Dewall

Psychology

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Three studies involving dating relationships and friendships tested the hypothesis that higher perceived partner virtues (or personal strengths enacted in the context of relationships) are related to greater relationship problem-solving efficacy. Studies 1 and 2 showed that higher perceived partner virtues were related to more relationship problem-solving efficacy concurrently and longitudinally. Study 3 showed that perceiving one's partner as more virtuous predicted increased turning toward one's partner for assistance, which, in turn, predicted increased problem-solving efficacy. All 3 studies showed that higher perceived partner virtues were related to greater relationship problem-solving efficacy.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	511-523
Number of pages	13
Journal	Personal Relationships
Volume	20
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1475-6811.2012.01421.x
State	Published - Sep 2013

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Social Psychology
Anthropology
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Life-span and Life-course Studies

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