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The purpose of this assignment is to apply the concepts or theories discussed in class to a long-term interpersonal relationship that you have the relational goal to maintain. This analysis paper will be:
3-5 pages in length,
typed and double spaced (1" margins, 12 point, Times New Roman font) APA format;
submitted on Canvas as an attached file;
use a formal tone, good grammar, and spelling.
4 APA style citations from your textbook and/or other course materials.
Select a long-term interpersonal relationship that you have the relational goal to maintain.
Answer the following questions about the selected relationship.
Describe the nature of the relationship and your interpersonal goals for the relationship (include relational, self-presentation, and instrumental goals).
How does your relationship with this person meet the definition of interpersonal communication? What aspects of the interpersonal communication in this relationship need improvement (yourself and/or the relationship)?
How does your interaction with this person impact your self-concept? Give at least two examples of what your partner did/said to make an impact on your self-concept.
Are you satisfied with the depth and breadth of disclosure in this relationship? Why or why not? Provide specific examples to support your answer.
What perceptual barriers have affected your relationship with this person, either in the short-term or long-term? Which have you successfully overcome, at least occasionally? Which ones are the most difficult for you to overcome? Why? Use specific examples to support your answer.
How have gender differences (or similarities) played a role in your communication or interactions with this person? Give an example to support your answer.
What challenges do you encounter in this relationship that may be attributed to culture? What about challenges attributed to emotional management? Provide specific examples to support your answers.