11In a Review of 280 Studies Published in the Journal

question 52

Essay

11.In a review of 280 studies published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, over half of all the studies sampled college students. What are the pros and cons of using samples of college students in relationship research?

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Definitions:

Maslow's Hierarchy

A psychological theory proposing that humans have five levels of needs, ranging from basic physiological needs to self-actualization, that motivate their behavior.

Weber

Max Weber, a German sociologist, is known for his theories on bureaucratic management and organizational structure, emphasizing rationality, efficiency, and discipline.

Structural Approaches

Methods or frameworks that focus on the organization, arrangement, and interrelationship of parts within a system, often used in the study of social structures or architectural planning.