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Relational competence theory: research and mental health applications
Publisher
Springer
Publication Date
c2010
Language
English
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Part I. Introduction to Relational Competence Theory
1. Background for a Hierarchical Theoretical Framework
Relational
Socialization for Relational Competence in Intimate Relationships Is Relational
Competence
The Nature of Hierarchy in Theory Construction
The Role of Models in Relational Competence Theory and Practice
Requirements for a Hierarchical Theory of Relational Competence
Conclusion
2. Internal and External Measures to Evaluate Models of the Theory
Internal Laboratory Measures Related to Models of Relational Competence Theory
Experimental Theory-Free Measures
Constructive Patterns
Destructive Patterns
Problems in Relationships Scale
Social Information Form
Theory-Related or Theory-Derived Measures
What Applies to Me (That I Agree With)?
Model 7 : Modalities
Model 1 : ERAAwC
Model 3 : Settings
Model 8 : Likeness Continuum Task
Model 11 : Selfhood
Model 12 : Priorities
Model 15 : Intimacy
Theory-Derived Interactive Practice Exercises Related to Models of Relational Competence Theory
Measures External to Theoretical Models
Conclusion
Part II. Metatheoretical Assumptions
3. Model 1 : The Width of Relationships
Conclusion
4. Model 2 : The Depth of Relationships
Description
Sublevel of Self-Presentation
Phenotypical Sublevel
Explanation
Genotypical Sublevel
Intergenerational Sublevel
Generational Influences
Developmental Influences
The Influence of Peer Relationships
Conclusion
5. Model 3 : Socialization Settings for Relational Competence
Differences Among Contexts and Settings
The Ecological Paradigm
The EcoMap To Evaluate Relational Competence
Usefulness of the Instrument
Description and Administration of the RC-EcoMap
Components in the Construction of the RC-EcoMap
The Three Versions of the RC-EcoMap
Phases in the Administration and Scoring of the RC-EcoMap
Administration and Recording
Analyses of Answers
Interpretation: Mapping of Participant Responses
Examples of the RC-EcoMap
First Case Study: I-RC-EcoMap
Second Case Study: C-RC-EcoMap
Third Case Study: F-RC-EcoMap
Discussion
Research on the Validity and Usefulness of the RC-EcoMap
Conclusions
Part III. Theoretical Assumptions
6. Model 4 : Ability To Love
The Measurement of Distance
A Behavioral View About the Evaluation of Distance
Conclusion
7. Model 5 : Ability To Control and Regulate Self
Dimensions of Control
Definition of Discharge
Definition of Delay
The Contribution of Philip G. Zimbardo to Model5
Conclusion
8. Model 6 : Combination of Both Abilities
Relational Competence Theory and Interpersonal Theories
Dependency as a By-Product Model of Model6
Conclusion
9. Model 7 : The Triangle of Living
Being or Presence
Doing or Performance
Having or Production
Resources and Sexual Relationships
Normal Sexual Functioning
Sexual Deviations and Paraphilias
Resources and Relational Models Theory
Research
Conclusion
Part IV. Normative Theoretical Models
10. Model 8 : Self-Identity Differentiation
The Continuum of Likeness
The Relational Self
The Likeness Continuum
Characteristics of the Likeness Continuum
Measures To Evaluate the Likeness Continuum
Likeness Scale
Likeness Grid
Likeness Profile
Problems in Interpersonal Relationships Scale
Research to Support Model8 of Identity Differentiation
Likeness Grid
Likeness Scale
Cusinato's Likeness Profile
Research To Support a Likeness Model
Study 1
Study 2
Study 3
Study 4
Conclusion
11. Model 9 : Styles in Relationships
Abusive-Apathetic Styles
Reactive-Repetitive Styles
Creative-Conductive Styles
Progression in Advancement from One Style to Another
Research
Conclusion
12. Model 10 : Interactions in Intimate Relationships
A Simple Arithmetical Model for Interactions in Intimate Relationships
Arithmetical Interactions
Discussion
Conclusion
13. Model 11 : Selfhood
Selfhood and Gender Differences
Selfhood, Space, and Importance
Expansion of the Selfhood Model to Psychiatric Conditions: Incompetence
Expansion of the Relational Competence Theory to Addictions
Research to Evaluate Model11
Evaluation of Selfishness
Evaluation of Selflessness
Evaluation of Overall Model11
Conclusion
14. Model 12 : Priorities
Dimensions of Priorities
Background About Priorities
A Model of Priorities
Theory-Derived Research on Priorities
Priorities Inventory
Priorities Scale
Priorities: A Hidden Ingredient in Relational Therapy
Vignette of Failed and Rigid Family Priorities
Conclusion
Part V. Clinically Relevant Models
15. Model 13 : Distance Regulation
A Clinical Example of Approach-Avoidance
Clinical Example of Distance Regulation
An Incomplete Model: Demand-Withdraw
Conclusion
16. Model 14 : A Pathogenic Drama Triangle
Fiction
Religion and Politics
The Justice and Legal Systems
Review of the Literature
Theory
Reframings
Therapy
Implications of the Drama Triangle for Relational Competence Theory
Conclusion
17. Model 15 : Intimacy
Convergent and Construct Validity for Intimacy (Model15)
Conclusion
18. Model 16 : Negotiation
Criterion, Convergent, and Construct Validity for Model16 (Negotiation)
Conclusion
Part VI. The Improvement of Relational Competence
19. Promotion of Relational Competence: Approaching Positive Experiences
Theory-Independent Approaches
Play
Volunteering
Low-Cost Approaches To Promote Physical and Mental Health
Self-Help
Social Skills Training Programs: Structured Enrichment Programs
Distance Writing in Self-Help, Promotion, Prevention, and Psychotherapy
Theory-Related Interactive Practice Exercises
Interactive Practice Exercises To Promote Mental Health and Lifelong Learning
Model 1 : ERAAwC
Model 4 : Ability To Love
Model 5 : Ability To Control Self
Model 9 : Styles in Intimate Relationships
Model 12 : Priorities
Model 15 : Intimacy
Research
Conclusion
20. Prevention of Relational Incompetence: Avoiding Negative Experiences
Secondary Prevention
Training for Relational Competence
Critical Comments About Psychoeducational Social Skills Training
Future Perspectives
Interactive Practice Exercises Targeted to Clinical Conditions
Conclusion
21. Treatment of Severe Relational Incompetence: One Approach Is Not Enough
Interactive Practice Exercises by Single- or Multiple-Score Tests for Severe Incompetence
Theory-Derived Therapeutic Prescriptions
Intimacy
Interactive Practice Exercises for Severe Conditions
Conclusion
Part VII. Conclusion
22. Fully Functional Relational Competence
Conclusion
Appendix A
Relational Answers Questionnaire (RAQ, ed. 2001)
Appendix B
RC-EcoMap
Answer Sheet
Data Table for Examiners
RC-EcoMap Transfer
Appendix C
Task for the Likeness Dimension
Step 1: Influential People in Your Life
Step 2: Practice Exercise
Step 3: Training Task
Step 4: Inquiry
Appendix D
Self-Other Profile Chart (Cusinato & L'Abate, 2006)
Appendix E
Priorities
General Individual
Couple Priorities
References
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