Social Exchange Theory on Romantic Relationships

I am interested in what literature exists on the topic of romantic relationships seen through a social exchange theory perspective. This piece will begin by explaining social exchange theory and the way it has been used for understanding intimate relationships. The article will then cover specific topics that have an impact on romantic relationships including partner selection, trust building, gift giving, expectations, and equity. The focus of this paper will be in developing an understanding of how various factors in an exchange affect relationships.