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In long-distance relationships, negative communication patterns, specifically partner-demand/self-withdraw dynamics, significantly weaken emotional intimacy, while positive communication patterns are associated with stronger emotional closeness. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The study aims to explore how digital communication patterns influence emotional intimacy in long-distance relationships.

April 3, 2026JOURNAL OF ADVANCE AND FUTURE RESEARCHOpen Access

The Relationship Between Digital Communication Patterns and Emotional Intimacy in LongDistance Couples

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KRKiruthika R.SDr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute MMMr. R. ManojDr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute MKMs. Kiruthika

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Quantitative study investigates emotional intimacy in long-distance couples through digital communication, suggesting vital implications for relationship maintenance.

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The study aims to explore how digital communication patterns influence emotional intimacy in long-distance relationships.
Conducted a quantitative correlational study with 200 participants aged 18-30.
Utilized the Communication Patterns Questionnaire (CPQ) and Perceived Partner Responsiveness Scale (PPRS) for data collection.
Performed statistical analysis using Pearson's correlation to assess relationships between variables.
Constructive communication patterns showed a weakly positive but non-significant association with emotional intimacy.
Self-demand/partner-withdraw communication patterns indicated a slight negative, non-significant correlation.
Partner-demand/self-withdraw patterns demonstrated a significant negative correlation with emotional intimacy.

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R.S et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69cf5d605a333a821460b0ce https://doi.org/10.56975/jaafr.v4i3.505629

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Quantitative study investigates emotional intimacy in long-distance couples through digital communication, suggesting vital implications for relationship maintenance.

The Relationship Between Digital Communication Patterns and Emotional Intimacy in LongDistance Couples

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The Relationship Between Digital Communication Patterns and Emotional Intimacy in LongDistance Couples

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