ICPS

2019 International Convention of Psychological Science

One Foot out the Door: Antecedents and Consequences of Romantic Relationship Ambivalence

Friday, March 8, 2019 · Paris, France

Social Psychology

People who face problems in their romantic relationships often wrestle with the decision of whether to stay or leave. The current symposium will include three talks on this experience of relationship ambivalence. What factors contribute to ambivalence, and what are the consequences of ambivalence for people who stay versus leave?

Chairs & Discussants

  • Samantha JoelChair
    Western University
  • Sarah StantonCoChair
    University of Edinburgh

Presentations

  1. Wanting to Stay and Wanting to Go: Unpacking the Content and Structure of Relationship Stay/Leave Decision ProcessesSamantha Joel
  2. Stay/Leave Ambivalence Predicts Day-to-Day Fluctuations in Intentions to Remain in the RelationshipSarah Stanton
  3. Post-Dissolution Ambivalence and Breakup AdjustmentRene Dailey