An Examination of Interaction Dynamics During Sibling Conflict using Dynamic Structural Equation Modelling
Year: 2018
Type: dissertation
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Micro-processes of sibling interactions are associated with important aspects of child development (Dirks et al., 2015; Gass, Jenkins Dunn., 2007; Pike, Coldwell Dunn., 2005; Stocker, Burwell Briggs., 2002) underscoring their value for developmental research. Using a novel statistical framework, dynamic structural equation modeling (DSEM), interaction processes such as reciprocity and intrapersonal and interpersonal flexibility were examined during a 5-minute conflict resolution task on a sequential basis. Successful interactions among siblings require a certain degree of behavioural flexibility. In this study, siblings engaged in a “tit-for-tat” interaction dynamic, whereby they matched one another’s behaviour from one moment to another. Siblings who demonstrate more flexibility were more constructive in their approach to conflict resolution. However, this behaviour was moderated by the dyadic composition, because as the power differentials increases between siblings (i.e., increasing age disparities between siblings), the more dominant partner (older sibling) behaved less flexibly towards their younger sibling.
Source: TSpace (University of Toronto)
Author: Sahar Borairi
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W3141819607