Understanding Duck's Relationship Breakdown Model

What is the first stage of Duck's Phase Model of relationship breakdown?

• Dyadic Stage

• Intrapsychic Stage

• Social Stage

• Grave Dressing Stage

During which stage do individuals begin to involve friends and family in their relationship issues?

• Intrapsychic Stage

• Dyadic Stage

• Social Stage

• Grave Dressing Stage

What is the threshold statement associated with the Dyadic Stage?

• "I can’t stand it anymore."

• "I would be justified in leaving this relationship."

• "I’m done; it’s over."

• "It’s time to start a new life."

Which stage involves individuals constructing their version of events to explain the breakup?

• Intrapsychic Stage

• Dyadic Stage

• Social Stage

• Grave Dressing Stage

What is one criticism of Duck's original Phase Model?

• It is too complex.

• It lacks practical applications.

• It is oversimplified.

• It is universally applicable.

Which additional stage was proposed by Rollie and Duck in 2006?

• Resurrection Phase

• Reflection Phase

• Reconciliation Phase

• Renewal Phase

What is a methodological issue associated with Duck's Phase Model?

• It is based on prospective data.

• It relies on retrospective data.

• It is culturally unbiased.

• It is universally applicable.

In which stage might individuals be encouraged to focus on their partner’s positive traits?

• Intrapsychic Stage

• Dyadic Stage

• Social Stage

• Grave Dressing Stage

What cultural bias is present in Duck's Phase Model?

• It is based on collectivist cultures.

• It assumes relationships are arranged by families.

• It is based primarily on individualist cultures.

• It assumes relationships are involuntary.

Which stage is associated with the threshold statement "I’m done; it’s over"?

• Intrapsychic Stage

• Dyadic Stage

• Social Stage

• Grave Dressing Stage