Couples on Facebook: more engaged?

A recent study published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking revealed that couples who publish their relationship through social networks like Facebook are more likely to continue together months after the relationship began.

The theory of public engagement

Research published in Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking reveals that couples who are starting a new relationship are more likely to succeed when they publicly show their affection.This is what is known as the theory of commitment public , which consists of a person assuming and internalizing a situation after having made it public.

People tend to in to externalize the comments that others make and when this happens the image they have of themselves is reinforced.This theory of commitment also applies to couples, when their feelings are openly expressed and positive comments are received, those involved tend to see their relationship as "perfect" .

Most people tend to share photos, thoughts and moments of their lives on the networks social with the purpose of obtaining positive comments and approval, which translates into greater self-esteem.

It is not very different in the couple relationships , the more photos you place and more Positive comments will make you feel much more satisfied with each other internally and psychologically, in the end, the theory of public commitment is a matter of perception, trust and greater commitment.

The link between Facebook and couples as

The study led by Dr.Mai-Ly Nguyen Steers , a researcher at the University of Houston, reaffirms this theory.There is a very close link between the Facebook use and the satisfaction of a couple.In this sense, the doctor explained to Yahoo Health:

“The research suggests that the fact that people talk about their relationships and the approval that they obtain from others is related to a longer duration of the relationship ”

Contradictorily, if one of those involved writes many times on the wall of the couple may indicate a feeling of possession and insecurity that will result in the rupture of the relationship.

Couples on Facebook: more engaged?

There is still much to study in the emerging world of social networks and cons Efficiencies of its use.But the truth is that Facebook is a very public place and when you decide to reveal your relationship through the famous platform you are telling your whole circle of friends that it is very important to you.

In conclusion, making your relationship public through Facebook expresses a greater commitment to your partner and positive comments make you see that relationship with a level of superior perfection .

And you, what do you think about this study? Do you really think that the use of a social network can predict the success or failure of a relationship?

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