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June 1996 PMID 8667172

Implications of rejection sensitivity for intimate relationships.

G Downey, S I Feldman

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11
Peak: 3 in Nov 2021
across 3 sources since Nov 2021

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Nov 2021 – Nov 2025

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What people are saying

The overall tone is serious and analytical, with posts discussing how suspicion of partner disinterest or hostility correlates with relationship dissatisfaction, such as 'reduction in partner satisfaction' and 'jealousy in men or hostility in women.' The language reflects thoughtful engagement, with mentions of 'classic work,' 'perceive easily,' and 'react excessively,' emphasizing both the importance and impact of the research on understanding social dynamics in intimate relationships.

AgreementStrong agreement

All posts emphasize the significance of rejection sensitivity's effects on relationships, showing strong support for the publication's findings.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions focus intensely on the topic, indicating high curiosity and relevance, especially with detailed observations about how rejection sensitivity manifests differently in men and women.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants quote specific aspects of the research, such as the relation between suspicion of disinterest and relationship satisfaction, demonstrating deep analysis and active involvement.

ImpactHigh impact

The posts suggest that understanding rejection sensitivity can greatly influence relationship counseling and personal awareness, highlighting the research's practical importance.

Abstract in brief

  • Rejection sensitivity is characterized by an anxious expectation and overreaction to social rejection, which negatively impacts intimate relationships.
  • The research presents a new measure for assessing rejection sensitivity and shows that individuals with high rejection sensitivity tend to interpret ambiguous or insensitive behaviors as intentional rejection.
  • This heightened perception of rejection leads to dissatisfaction in relationships, with specific patterns such as jealousy in men and hostility or reduced support from women contributing to relationship problems.]
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James C.Coyne
@CoyneoftheRealm · X

4/ rejection sensitivity in intimate relationships. https://t.co/aNw6W92oQe

Oct 14, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 9,528 followers View post →
Reverendo Ganso
@JuanFriedl · X

Las personas sensibles al rechazo social tienden a esperarlo con aprehensión, percibirlo fácilmente, y reaccionar en exceso. En hombres SaR, los celos, y en mujeres SaR, la hostilidad y apoyo disminuido, explican parte de la insatisfacción de sus parejas. https://t.co/96L6jXwmxr

Nov 1, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 8,341 followers View post →
Jamil Zaki
@zakijam · X

@BrettMurPsych @EricNeumannPsy Not exactly cynicism, but classic work on rejection sensitivity finds that when people suspect their partner of disinterest / hostility, that reduces the partner's satisfaction in relationships: https://t.co/sXY9JdO0Ac

Sep 13, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 22,011 followers View post →
Ade Raffo
@AdeRaffo · X

RT @JuanFriedl: Las personas sensibles al rechazo social tienden a esperarlo con aprehensión, percibirlo fácilmente, y reaccionar en exceso…

Nov 1, 2021 · 2 shares · 3,150 followers View post →
Libertad
@NoDictaduras · X

RT @JuanFriedl: Las personas sensibles al rechazo social tienden a esperarlo con aprehensión, percibirlo fácilmente, y reaccionar en exceso…

Nov 1, 2021 · 2 shares · 879 followers View post →
John Ballard
@JohnBal82836957 · X

RT @CoyneoftheRealm: 4/ rejection sensitivity in intimate relationships. https://t.co/aNw6W92oQe

Oct 14, 2022 · 1 share · 321 followers View post →

All mentions

John Ballard
@JohnBal82836957 · X

RT @CoyneoftheRealm: 4/ rejection sensitivity in intimate relationships. https://t.co/aNw6W92oQe

Oct 14, 2022 · 1 share · 321 followers View post →
James C.Coyne
@CoyneoftheRealm · X

4/ rejection sensitivity in intimate relationships. https://t.co/aNw6W92oQe

Oct 14, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 9,528 followers View post →
Jamil Zaki
@zakijam · X

@BrettMurPsych @EricNeumannPsy Not exactly cynicism, but classic work on rejection sensitivity finds that when people suspect their partner of disinterest / hostility, that reduces the partner's satisfaction in relationships: https://t.co/sXY9JdO0Ac

Sep 13, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 22,011 followers View post →
Ade Raffo
@AdeRaffo · X

RT @JuanFriedl: Las personas sensibles al rechazo social tienden a esperarlo con aprehensión, percibirlo fácilmente, y reaccionar en exceso…

Nov 1, 2021 · 2 shares · 3,150 followers View post →
Libertad
@NoDictaduras · X

RT @JuanFriedl: Las personas sensibles al rechazo social tienden a esperarlo con aprehensión, percibirlo fácilmente, y reaccionar en exceso…

Nov 1, 2021 · 2 shares · 879 followers View post →
Reverendo Ganso
@JuanFriedl · X

Las personas sensibles al rechazo social tienden a esperarlo con aprehensión, percibirlo fácilmente, y reaccionar en exceso. En hombres SaR, los celos, y en mujeres SaR, la hostilidad y apoyo disminuido, explican parte de la insatisfacción de sus parejas. https://t.co/96L6jXwmxr

Nov 1, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 8,341 followers View post →