The Role of Mentalized Affectivity in Romantic Love and Relationship Satisfaction

Author

Camilla P. Hegsted, The Graduate Center, City University of New YorkFollow

Date of Degree

9-2020

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Ph.D.

Program

Psychology

Advisor

Elliot Jurist

Committee Members

Steve Tuber

Lissa Weinstein

Joseph Reynoso

Katherine Stavrianopoulos

Subject Categories

Clinical Psychology

Keywords

mentalized affectivity, romantic love, relationship satisfaction

Abstract

Introduction: The role that mentalized affectivity plays in the relationship between romance love and relationship satisfaction was investigated. Methods: 504 participants completed three measures: Mentalized Affectivity Scale, Adapted Triangular Love Scale, and the Relationship Assessment Scale. Results: A number of relationships among the variables was found. However, the processing variable of mentalized affectivity did not moderate the relationship between the intimacy and relationship satisfaction variables. Conclusion: Possible reasons for this finding are discussed. Results show the importance of modulating ability on romantic relationships: being better skilled at modulating one’s affects and emotions predicts greater intimacy levels in relationships as well as greater levels of relationship satisfaction.

Recommended Citation

Hegsted, Camilla P., "The Role of Mentalized Affectivity in Romantic Love and Relationship Satisfaction" (2020). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/gc_etds/4085