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Peer reviewedEngland, Paula – American Sociologist, 1989
Provides a feminist critique of rational-choice theory and the interdisciplinary feminist theories of sociology. Applies the separative model of self to four assumptions of the neoclassical economics version of rational-choice theory. Uses research on marital power to illustrate how removing distorting assumptions can help illuminate sociological…
Descriptors: Economics, Feminism, Interdisciplinary Approach, Marriage
Download full textOsmond, Marie W.; Martin, Patricia Y. – 1976
"Reciprocity," a social simulation game based on exchange theory, was developed by the author to study the dynamics of power relationships in the context of marriage and the family. The simulation can be manipulated to test specific aspects of three major exchange formulations: Blau's social exchange formulation; Emerson's…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Family Relationship, Games, Marriage
McDonald, Gerald W. – 1978
This paper explores the potential contributions of social exchange theory in investigations of marriage and family relationships. The basic premise of social exchange is that individuals in social interaction attempt to maximize rewards and minimize costs to obtain the most profitable outcomes. Research has shown that five factors must be…
Descriptors: Behavior Theories, Change Agents, Cultural Influences, Interpersonal Relationship
