Knapp’s model of relationship development
Process 1: Coming Together- 1) initiating first contact, 2) getting to know each other, 3) taking the relationships beyond simple friendship, 4) having mutual feelings, 5) bonding Process 2: Coming apart- 1) noticing individual differences, 2) talking about the real issue, 3) lack of communication, 4) trying not to be around each other, 5) end of relationship