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Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, Vol. 15, No. 6, 755-773 (1998)
DOI: 10.1177/0265407598156003

Communication, Love and Relationship Satisfaction

Brenda S. Meeks

Texas Tech University

Susan S. Hendrick

Texas Tech University

Clyde Hendrick

Texas Tech University

The present research explored the importance of several communication-related variables, including perspective-taking, self-disclosure, conflict tactics and relational competence, as well as love attitudes, in the prediction of relationship satisfaction. Some 140 dating couples completed several measures, including assessments of self as well as the romantic partner. Findings revealed that self and partner communication variables, and love orientations were significant predictors of relationship satisfaction. Implications for the importance of communication in relationships are discussed.

Key Words: communication • love • relationship satisfaction


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