3rd Newsletter to Students:
Interpersonal relationships during academic life
Interpersonal relationships include all relationships that developed in the contexts of family, friendship, social and close relationships and work environment. They occupy a large part of our daily routine and play a central role in our lives. Since we are all members of a given society, interpersonal relationships significantly shape our daily experience.
The way one person interacts with others is important and its interpersonal relationships (whether he/she is present or not) affect self-image, self-perception and consequently sociality (introversion / extroversion, social anxiety, sense of loneliness, fear of social exclusion) and academic performance (frequency of course attendance, concentration and preparation for the exams, confidence about the study effort, success in the exams).
A precondition for a good relationship is to create a climate of security and confidence. To have honesty, respect and reciprocity. To discuss, to talk about what bothers us and about things we like. To share common interests and opinions. To devote time to relationships and be present.