Interpersonal relationships in Hungary – an overview

Our paper aims to demonstrate that social structure has significant impact on the formation of interpersonal relations. We review and analyse the characteristics of ego-centric interpersonal networks of Hungarians based on data from nationally representative adult population surveys between the mid-...

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Published in:Metszetek (Debrecen) 2018, Vol.7 (2), p.72-91
Main Authors: Albert, Fruzsina, Dávid, Beáta
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Ego
Friendship
Interpersonal networks
Interpersonal relations
Market economies
Personal relationships
Social change
Social networks
Social Sciences
Social structure
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Summary:Our paper aims to demonstrate that social structure has significant impact on the formation of interpersonal relations. We review and analyse the characteristics of ego-centric interpersonal networks of Hungarians based on data from nationally representative adult population surveys between the mid-1980’s up to 2015. We focus especially on core discussion networks, friendship ties and weak ties and analyse how the transition to market economy influenced interpersonal relationships. As expected, the large-scale social changes brought about by the transition changed interpersonal networks as well. During the first decade of the transition (in the 1990’s)one could not witness a significant change of personal networks, nonetheless the adaptation process was easier for people supported by strong, traditional family ties. Non-kin ties, especially friendships seem to gain significance at the expense of kin relationships. Overall, resources available through weak ties seem to be decreasing.
ISSN:2063-6415
2063-6415