University Presentation Showcase: Undergraduate Division
The Influence of Personality on Relationship Satisfaction and Memory
Presenter Hometown
Rockcastle, Ky
Major
Psychology
Department
Psychology
Degree
Undergraduate
Mentor
Adam L. Lawson
Mentor Department
Psychology
Recommended Citation
Saylor, Mahala M. and Lawson, Adam Ph.D., "The Influence of Personality on Relationship Satisfaction and Memory" (2021). University Presentation Showcase Event. 1.
https://encompass.eku.edu/swps/2021/undergraduate/1
Abstract
One of the most common, yet under diagnosed personality disorders is Borderline Personality Disorder. It is commonly found in women and individuals between adolescence and young adulthood. The typical symptoms are fear of abandonment, unclear or shifting self-image, impulsive or self-destructive behaviors, extreme emotional swings, and unstable relationships. This study seeks to evaluate these unstable relationships and their future repercussions. A common finding amongst individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder is enhanced memory for negative emotional memory. This study will examine the influence of BPD on memory of past relationships and memory of negative traits shown inside of relationships. In doing this, a developed understanding can be made about this disorder and the individuals who struggle with relationships because of it. Although individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder cannot be used in studies of this scope, the number of symptoms a participant has associated with it (according to the MSI-BPD) can be used as a predictor for the influences of these behaviors. Data collection is complete, and my poster presentation will include results and discussion.
Presentation format
Poster
The Influence of Personality on Relationship Satisfaction and Memory
One of the most common, yet under diagnosed personality disorders is Borderline Personality Disorder. It is commonly found in women and individuals between adolescence and young adulthood. The typical symptoms are fear of abandonment, unclear or shifting self-image, impulsive or self-destructive behaviors, extreme emotional swings, and unstable relationships. This study seeks to evaluate these unstable relationships and their future repercussions. A common finding amongst individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder is enhanced memory for negative emotional memory. This study will examine the influence of BPD on memory of past relationships and memory of negative traits shown inside of relationships. In doing this, a developed understanding can be made about this disorder and the individuals who struggle with relationships because of it. Although individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder cannot be used in studies of this scope, the number of symptoms a participant has associated with it (according to the MSI-BPD) can be used as a predictor for the influences of these behaviors. Data collection is complete, and my poster presentation will include results and discussion.
