We explore the meaning and significance of relational identity and relational identification, predicated on the role-relationship between two individuals. We argue that relational identity integrates personand role-based identities and thereby the individual, interpersonal, and collective levels of self; contrast relational identity and relational identification with social identity and social ...

The impact of social networks on features of embedded couples, like, for instance, marital stability, has been discussed in sociology for about half a century. However, empirical findings are little cumulative and lack a theoretical integration. We present a framework for the analysis of couples, where their social embeddedness is conceptualized as social capital. Two aspects or dimensions of s...

There are numbers of various new infill constructions and renovations occurring in many cities annually that based more on bottom-up initiatives by stakeholders rather than top-down initiated plans according to a city master plan. Such modifications urban structure might look small, not very numerous insignificant at the first glance, but even small changes complex system such as can cause sign...

various forms of capital provide sources in social structure that facilitate social action. the aim of this study was to compare available capitals in different generations of women. questionnaire was completed by 386 women and their mothers (a total of 772 questionnaires). the results indicate that cultural capital of the present generation has increased compared to past generation. social cap...

Bullying behaviour is a common experience for a significant minority of children and adolescents. Bullying is the sysematic abuse of power among peers or siblings (Sharp & Smith, 1994, p. 2; Wolke & Samara, 2004), with adverse effects n mental health in a significant number of victims (Stassen Berger, 2007). Physical bullying is characterised by observable, xternalised behaviours including bein...