Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Relationship success refers to the degree of satisfaction and fulfillment experienced within a romantic partnership. It encompasses various aspects such as emotional intimacy, trust, mutual support, effective communication, and shared goals.
Related terms
Attachment Styles: Patterns of thoughts, emotions, behaviors developed early in life that influence how individuals form and maintain relationships.
Interdependence Theory: An approach explaining how individuals' outcomes within relationships are determined by their investments (time, effort) and rewards they receive.
Gottman Method Couples Therapy: An evidence-based approach that focuses on strengthening relationships by improving communication, managing conflicts, and fostering intimacy.