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Lying to the One you Love: The Use of Deception in Romantic Relationships

Tim Cole

DePaul University, tcole{at}wppost.depaul.edu

The goal of this research was to explore the use of deception in romantic relationships and relate the use of such behavior to relational outcomes. Three possible explanations underlying the use of deception in romantic relationships were tested. It was expected that deception would be related to the reciprocal exchange of information, the desire to avoid punishment, and individuals' attachment beliefs. Two hundred and fifty-six individuals (128 couples) completed questionnaires regarding their own communicative behaviors, as well as their partners' behavior. Support for all three explanations regarding the use of deception was obtained. The results are discussed in terms of their theoretical and practical implications.

Key Words: attachment behavior • deception • reciprocity

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, Vol. 18, No. 1, 107-129 (2001)
DOI: 10.1177/0265407501181005
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