Students will type a 2-4-page paper applying a relational concept/theory to a relationship of their choice.  Students should select a relationship that they have with another person (e.g., significant other, parent, sibling, friend, co-worker, supervisor, relative, teacher).  Students will describe the relationship by doing all of the following:

• Explain the Relationship Stages using your relationship as an example
• Explain how self-disclosure is used in your relationship
• How do you recognize conflict 

      Discuss content – relational messaging and how it effects understanding

• Explain how culture has played a role in your relationship
• Describe how and when you  and your family (or family member) communicate
• Describe how effective or ineffective listening has helped or hindered 
• Describe the romantic turning points for a romantic relationship you have been in
• Describe your self awareness related to the success or failure of the relationship
• Describe how you have repaired a damaged relationship
• Describe how you have resolved conflict in a relationship

Formatting Requirements

• Cover Page (Not included in the minimum page number)
• Double-spaced
• 12 point Times New Roman or Arial font
• Reference page
• APA or MLA Format
• Minimum of three sources (one source can be the textbook)