The psychology of relationships /
Julia Willerton.
- 1st ed.
- New York, NY : Palgrave MacMillan, 2010.
- viii, 196 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
- Palgrave insights in psychology .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 169-190) and index.
Studying relationships : perspectives and methods -- An evolutionary perspective on human relationships -- The effects of early experience on relationships -- Getting relationships started -- Breakdown of relationships -- Cultural variations in relationships -- Effects of relationships.
'This introduction focuses on the key aspects of human relationships including their development, maintenance and breakdown. Ideal for students who want a more rounded and detailed text on this area, the author discusses the role of evolution, individual differences and the effects of relationships on mental and physical health'--