Exam 12: Communication in Relationships, Marriages, and Families

Mark is angry because his wife invited friends over when he wanted to relax. He decides to act bored during the entire evening. Mark's behavior reflects

In their assessments of marital communication, Gottman and his colleagues argue that the husband's escalation of negativity is part of the problem.

The text refers to the emotional bonding of family members with the term

Define and give one example of positive affect.

When a person expresses anger at someone but does so indirectly rather than directly, that behavior is __________.

Research clearly indicates that the tactics associated with winning in a particular conflict are also those associated with

Enrique and Nicole were civil yet distant in their relationship. They never had conflict, but also never slept together and rarely spoke to one another in intimate ways. According to Huston and Melz, which type of marriage do they have?

Marriage Encounter is one of many workshops designed for couples who __________

Partners can always compete fairly and without conflict when arguing.

According to classification by researchers Huston and Melz, which type of marriage is high on antagonism but low on love and affection?

The text points out that couples who communicate mutual affection create a contagious "__________ effect" so that the household atmosphere becomes one of emotional support.

In __________, one partner attempts to spoil or undermine some activity the other has planned.

Mike's wife Lynne resents him going drinking with his friend Dave. Whenever this subject comes up, Mike makes comments like "What can you do if I go drinking with Dave?" and "What are you going to do about it?" Mike's behavior illustrates