Research Thesis Topic
Relationship Sabotage: An investigation of why and how some individuals stand in their own way to love.
A quick glance at the literature suggests that although many individuals are searching for love, failure can often be the expected outcome. Some people are stuck in a continuous cycle of successfully initiating a relationship, not being able to maintain long-term engagements, and embarking upon a path to a destined break-up. Others are stuck in relationships they are not happy with. Although the concept of romantic self-sabotage can explain why and how this phenomenon occurs; no empirical research existed in this area until recently. Research needs to continue to further validate the newly developed Relationship Self-Sabotage Scale. Additionally, research in this area will benefit from exploring individual differences such as age, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship status, attachment styles, flirting and dating behaviours and significant life experiences such as traumatic events.
- Centre for Health Sciences Research
- Institute for Resilient Regions
- School of Psychology and Wellbeing
- Clinical Sciences
- Cognitive Sciences
- Cultural Studies
- Other Psychology and Cognitive Sciences
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Doctor of Philosophy (DPHD)
- Master of Research (MRES)
- Master of Research (MRES)
H20REA042; H20REA020; H20REA055
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