Social Exchange Theory In College

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The social exchange theory is one of my favorite theories we have discussed so far because it is something I now realize I do all the time, especially with the abundance of new relationships that develop in college. The specific relationship I am going to analyze is my friendship with a girl I have known since I was in kindergarten.

This girl has always been one of my best friends, and she offers many rewards to the relationship. She goes to A&M, but that does not stop us from face timing each other just about everyday. We provide each other with company, someone to share our problems with, and a way to escape from the stress of school. We send each other care packages about once a month. I love that benefit to our relationship because we

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