Being in a romantic relationship is awesome, although there can be
problems when there is a lack of communication, trust, interaction, jealousy
issues, and distraction by social media.
This course has taught you how you can fix your problems in the
relationship and the most important thing right now is continuing to do what
you learned so your relationship can continue going in a positive direction.
It’s important to spend time with your
partner, especially without being on your computer, tablet, or phone. This
causes a distraction and can lead to your partner losing interest. If you stay
off the internet and social media, you have more time to grow with your partner
and have more time for just the two of you. There is more time for intimacy,
passion, and commitment
If you stay off your devices when you’re with your partner it will
positively impact you both. Constantly using your device can be detrimental to
your health. Kraut et al. (1998)
found that spending time online decreases the amount of time spent with others
and could increase depression and loneliness. Although, if you are not
with your partner, sending them a text to show your partner affection is
necessary and can be fun for the both of you (Coyne, Stockdale, Busby, Iverson, & Grant, 2011).
The bottom line is cutting social media
time.
When you are with your partner, instead
of focusing what the latest Instagram post your favorite celebrity posted,
focus on your partner instead.
Article:
Discussion:
Since taking this course are
you aware of the consequences of spending too much time online and do you want
to change the amount of time spent on these sites?
References:
Bugatti, A. (n.d). Is social media ruining your relationship? Retrieved from http://www.yourtango.com/experts/anabelle-bugatti-pre-licensed-mft-ncc-officiant/social-media-killing-your-relationship
Coyne, S., Stockdale, L., Busby, D., Iverson, B., & Grant, D. (2011). “I luv u :)!” A descriptive study of the media use of individuals in romantic relationships. Family Relations, 60(2), 150-162. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-3729.2010.00639.x
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love/dont-let-social-media-wreck-your-relationship
Kraut, R., Patterson, M., Lundmark, V., Kiesler, S., Mukopadhyay, T., & Scherlis, W. (1998). Internet paradox a social technology that reduces social involvement and psychological well-being ?. American Psychologist, 53(9), 1017-1031.
References:
Bugatti, A. (n.d). Is social media ruining your relationship? Retrieved from http://www.yourtango.com/experts/anabelle-bugatti-pre-licensed-mft-ncc-officiant/social-media-killing-your-relationship
Coyne, S., Stockdale, L., Busby, D., Iverson, B., & Grant, D. (2011). “I luv u :)!” A descriptive study of the media use of individuals in romantic relationships. Family Relations, 60(2), 150-162. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-3729.2010.00639.x
Guren, C. (2013). Don’t let social media wreck your relationship. Retrieved from
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love/dont-let-social-media-wreck-your-relationship
Kraut, R., Patterson, M., Lundmark, V., Kiesler, S., Mukopadhyay, T., & Scherlis, W. (1998). Internet paradox a social technology that reduces social involvement and psychological well-being ?. American Psychologist, 53(9), 1017-1031.
