Using a latent variable mediation model, we tested proposition 7 of relational turbulence theory (RTT) predicting that individuals in romantic relationships experiencing more relational turbulence would receive less emotional support from their partner because of a disruption to dyadic synchrony. A sample of 319 dating partners reported on their current relational turbulence, comfort and ease in communicating with their romantic partner, and emotional support received from their partner. Results of a structural regression model revealed a negative direct effect of relational turbulence on received emotional support and a negative indirect effect through dyadic synchrony as a mediator. Our study provided evidence of a theoretical process consistent with proposition 7 of RTT.
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