Self-determined self-other overlap: Interacting effects on partners’ perceptions of support and well-being in close relationships

• Autores: Netta Weinstein, Lindsey M. Rodriguez, C. Raymond Knee, Madoka Kumashiro
• Localización: Journal of Research in Personality, ISSN-e 1095-7251, Vol. 65, Nº. 0, 2016, págs. 130-139
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Abstract Self-other overlap, an important dimension of interpersonal closeness, is linked to positive interpersonal and well-being outcomes in relationships with romantic partners and friends. Three studies applied principles from self-determination theory to examine whether individual differences in self-determined motivation moderate the effects of higher self-other overlap on partner outcomes. Studies were cross-sectional and longitudinal, and examined personality and relationship-specific self-determination in friends (Study 1) and romantic partners (all studies); all were comprised of dyads to examine partner effects. Results suggested that as self-determined individuals reported greater self-other overlap, their partners also reported receiving more positive motivational support as well as enhanced commitment. On the other hand, when individuals were low in self-determination, partners did not benefit from greater self-other overlap.