Question

Raymond and Terry have a strong relationship and share many things with each other. At times, however, Raymond feels that Terry wants to know what he is doing at all times. Which dialectical tension is Raymond most likely experiencing?

Answer 1

Question Options:

a. integration and separation

b. expression and privacy

c. stability and change

d. old and new

Answer: Raymond is most likely experiencing the expression and privacy dialectical tension.

Explanation: Relational dialectics is defined as an interpersonal communication theory about close personal ties and relationships that illustrates the tensions, struggles and interplay between contrary tendencies.

Expression and Privacy dialectical tension explains that an individual craves both intimacy while also craving distance between ourselves and others.