Jennifer Samp, Ph.D.
Speech Communication
Phone: (706) 542-3246
jasamp@uga.edu

My research focuses on how close relational partners discuss relationship problems, with a focus on how relationship perceptions and communicators' intentions structure the linguistic choices that communicators utilize during interaction. This work reflects my interest in how intentions shape communication and how relational partners can influence and change our intentions (and in turn, change our behaviors) during an interaction. In other related studies I have considered low perceptions of a partner's power and commitment, as well as one's sense of self influence communicative intentions and behaviors regarding relational problems. Currently, I am examining how perceived and actual alcohol use affects decisions about relational problems and the behaviors enacted during discussions about those problems.

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