Exam 12: Communication in Relationships, Marriages, and Families

Social psychologist John Gottman has made his reputation in the field of

According to Shelly Gable's research the "correct" response by one partner to the other's having something positive happen is characterized by

Deborah Tannen argues that men typically engage in conversation aimed mainly at conveying information, which she refers to as

Contempt, criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and belligerence characterize unhappy marriages and signal impending divorce.

According to John Gottman's research on marital communication and conflict management, which of the following is NOT one of his conclusions?

Marital anger and conflict are necessary forces and a challenge to be met rather than avoided.

Chris is angry with her husband John for spending too much time and energy on his business endeavors, but she expresses hatred for his very expensive car. This is an illustration of

__________ involves making disapproving judgments or evaluations of one's partner.

__________ involves the expression, either verbal or nonverbal, of one's feelings of affection toward another.

What is the link between unresolved parental conflict and children's behavior problems?

The text concludes that when both partners develop constructive habits, all of their problems will be solved.

John Gottman and his colleagues made suggestions for better couple communication, and their advice for wives and husbands is the same.

Counselors encourage making time for play and new activities in a relationship, partly because new experiences release a pleasurable neurochemical called ____________

Crosby points out that, with all good intentions, instead of "working at relationships," couples end up

What is stonewalling? Give at least one example.

In his most recent publications, Nick Stinnett has used the term "strong families," by which he largely means

Expectations for closeness are included in our ___________.

Joe refuses to listen to his wife Paulette and is particularly resistant to considering her complaints. Joe's behavior illustrates

Your textbook includes a section about "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk." Which of the following suggestions is NOT one of these effective ways of communicating with children?

Children who report, "I am unhappy a lot," or "I worry a lot," are evidencing __________ behavioral problems associated with emotional or psychological problems.