Equity Theory (AQA A-Level Psychology): Flashcards
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Main emphasis of equity theory
Main emphasis of equity theory
Fairness in relationships (not just reward maximization)
Equity vs equality
Equity vs equality
Equity = fairness; equality = identical contributions
Feelings of underbenefited partners
Feelings of underbenefited partners
Anger, hostility, resentment, humiliation
Feelings of overbenefited partners
Feelings of overbenefited partners
Guilt, discomfort, shame (less intense)
Cognitive response to inequity
Cognitive response to inequity
Adjust perceptions - reframe costs as acceptable/normal
Utne et al (1984) finding
Utne et al (1984) finding
Equitable relationships = higher satisfaction (118 couples)
Aumer-Ryan et al cultural difference
Aumer-Ryan et al cultural difference
Individualist prefer equity; collectivist prefer overbenefiting
Benevolents (personality type)
Benevolents (personality type)
Comfortable contributing more than receiving
Clark & Mills limitation
Clark & Mills limitation
Equity works better for casual/business than romantic bonds
Berg & McQuinn (1986) key finding
Berg & McQuinn (1986) key finding
Self-disclosure > equity in predicting relationship success