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Committee Amanda Denes, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Major Advisor R. Amanda Cooper, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate Advisor Elizabeth Hintz, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate AdvisorAbstract Relational maintenance is a complex process that is theoretically, contextually, and conceptually varied. Although scholarship on relational maintenance often centers on positive relational outcomes and prosocial maintenance strategies, there is little work investigating manipulative behavior within the context of maintaining interpersonal relationships. The current literature tends to examine manipulation as a single construct, underscoring its link to concepts such as Machiavellianism, psychopathy, narcissism, and sexual coercion. It is essential to demonstrate the importance of recognizing and mitigating detrimental relational outcomes; however, manipulation is not inherently negative. The present proposal uses self-determination theory to frame manipulation as an influential behavioral strategy that serves a psychological function and may operate to sustain relationships. A Model of Manipulative Maintenance (MMM) is presented, which outlines the antecedents to manipulative acts that partners engage in, how those behaviors are enacted, and the relational outcomes of manipulative behaviors. To test the model, a longitudinal study is proposed, utilizing weekly surveys to examine how psychological need fulfillment and personality traits predict manipulative behaviors and subsequent relational outcomes. A cross-lagged panel model (CLPM) within a multilevel structural equation modeling (MSEM) framework will be specified to assess the proposed pathways over time.

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Graduate Student Seminar Yasas Wickramathilaka  UConn Host: Dr. Steven Suib

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Opening reception for the exhibitionsFate & Magic: the Art of Maureen McCabe (https://benton.uconn.edu/fate-and-magic-the-art-of-maureen-mccabe/)Clouds: A Collaboration with Fluid Dynamics (https://benton.uconn.edu/clouds-a-collaboration-with-fluid-dynamics/) Encounters with the Collection: Exploring America at 250 Light hors d'oeuvres and cash bar Everyone is welcome. FREE admission (Suggested donation $5) RSVP Appreciated but not required.

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