Long-Distance Relationships: Use of Technology Advances in Communication, Idealization and Satisfaction

Acosta-Rodas, Pamela; Arias-Flores, Hugo; Ramos-Galarza, Carlos

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-58282-1_18

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“…Technological advances impact young people's romantic relationships. Technology aids long-distance communication (Acosta-Rodas et al, 2021) and broadens short-term prospects through online dating (Morrissey, 2020;Zhou, 2023). Pandemic restrictions boosted online dating in Asia (Low et al, 2022).…”

Section: Technological Advancement and Romantic Relationshipmentioning

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Navigating Love in a Post-Pandemic World: Understanding Young Adults’ Views on Short- and Long-Term Romantic Relationships

Mengzhen,

Lim,

Berezina

et al. 2023

Arch Sex Behav

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The uncertain future due to COVID-19 pandemic and the technological advancements may have altered young adults' experiences of romantic relationships. It is unclear whether individuals will continue to prefer traditional long-term romantic relationships (LTRR) or opt for short-term ones (STRR). This research describes how young adults in Malaysia perceive LTRR and STRR. Using the structured approach of the Theory of Social Representation, data were collected from N N = 512; 238 (46.48%) male; M age 21.75; majority are heterosexual and students, and analyzed using prototypical analysis to reveal high consensus elements. Five observations were made: (1) females prioritize "Love" in both STRR and LTRR, while males prioritize "love" only in LTRR; (2) females prioritize "marriage" in LTRR, while men prioritize "trust," "comfort," and "stability." Males do not consider "marriage" as part of a LTRR; (3) both males and females view STRR positively, while LTRR are viewed more practically; (4) "sex" is a core element in STRR but is absent in LTRR; (e) males differentiate between STRR and LTRR with no overlapping elements. These findings provide insight into the social representations of romantic relationships among young adults in Malaysia and suggest future directions for research in the field.

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Section: Technological Advancement and Romantic Relationshipmentioning

confidence: 99%

Navigating Love in a Post-Pandemic World: Understanding Young Adults’ Views on Short- and Long-Term Romantic Relationships

Mengzhen,

Lim,

Berezina

et al. 2023

Arch Sex Behav

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“…Th e most sensitive to the situation of separation are such variables as: self-perception and self-disclosure (Horn et al, 1997); characteristics and patterns of communication (Dainton et al, 2009); cognitive assessment (for example, idealization) of relationships (Acosta-Rodas et al, 2021); obligations (Reader, 2003); closeness (Holmes, 2010).…”

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Coping with the Forced Separation of Close Relationships during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Самохвалова¹,

Saporovskaia²,

Khazova³

et al. 2022

Psych. Rus.

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Background. Issues regarding close relations became especially prevalent within the context of the pandemic, due to the forced separation of these relationships. This is now seen as a significant stressor that influences emotions and subjective perceptions of the relationship. Objective. The current study aims to investigate the specifics of coping with the forced separation of partners with varying types of closeness. Design. The study was carried out with quantitative and qualitative methods. The sample included 43 women and 42 men (aged 21-47); all were involuntarily separated from their partners by impacts of the pandemic. Results. Three scenarios of romantic relationships were identified based on a balance of love components (intimacy, passion, commitment) and prevalent feelings (closeness or distance). The authors concluded that certain coping strategies (positive reassessment, acceptance, distraction) can help the individual to cope with the separation, but do not contribute to the closeness of the partners and the strengthening of the relationship. Coping primarily through active support was typical for partners with intense and balanced feelings based on closeness (Scenario 3). Ambivalent feelings toward a partner (Scenario 1) were associated with passive coping, which increased the risk of detachment. The moderate manifestation of balanced love components and closeness (Scenario 2) focused on acceptance of the situation, positive reassessing, and distraction, all of which reduce the stress of separation, but cause anxiety regarding the future of the relationship. Conclusion. The type of close relationship has been found to correlate to the coping strategy adopted by the couple following forced separation during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, further studies are required to investigate separation in various social contexts, not only in isolation due to the pandemic, as well as its connection to psychological well-being.

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Long-Distance Relationships: Use of Technology Advances in Communication, Idealization and Satisfaction

Cited by 2 publications

References 7 publications

Navigating Love in a Post-Pandemic World: Understanding Young Adults’ Views on Short- and Long-Term Romantic Relationships

Navigating Love in a Post-Pandemic World: Understanding Young Adults’ Views on Short- and Long-Term Romantic Relationships

Coping with the Forced Separation of Close Relationships during the COVID-19 Pandemic

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