Communicative Responses to Jealousy: The Effect of Antecedent Factors of Romantic Jealousy

• In Event: Initiating, Developing, and Maintaining Romantic Relationships

Abstract

The purpose of this investigation is to examine how sex, age, and relationship length affect the use of communicative responses to jealousy (CRJ). Pre-existing data was examined, including 654 participants (ages 18-72) who were involved in romantic relationships. Results revealed negative correlations for jealousy experience, as well as negative affect expression, distributive communication, active distancing, signs of possession, derogating competitors, and manipulation attempts. Implications, theoretical explanations, and suggestions for future research are discussed.

Authors

• Malynnda Ann Johnson, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

• Lindsay Timmerman, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee