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Female conversation patterns could be characterized as generally competitive.

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One advantage cohabitation has over marriage is

A) health insurance benefits are better.
B) most societies are more accepting of cohabitation.
C) inheritance rights are better.
D) partners have a greater sense of autonomy.

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One major part of relationships is to cultivate the intimacy and freedom missing from our youth.

Based on current rates,what percentage of people marrying today will eventually divorce?

It appears that our partner may NOT be interested in what we are saying if he or she responds by

Conflict can be a sign that the relationship is growing.

All of the following contribute to the increasing popularity of singlehood,EXCEPT

The greatest stress-producing event in life is usually

Successful intimate relationships are more likely to exist for people who have a positive self?concept.

As relationships grow,many couples face challenges.List and describe three of the common challenges you have experienced,and give strategies for coping with each.

The roots of our identity and sense of self are in our

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that helps couples avoid marital dissatisfaction after the birth of a baby?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of commitment?

A recommendation for improving communication in relationships is to frequently offer advice to your partner.

Initial attraction is most likely to be based on looks,dress,and social status.

Conflict is usually accompanied by anger.

Cohabitation is defined as living together in a sexual relationship without being married.

The best way to handle anger in a relationship is to face it head on,immediately,with little thought.

Lupe and Jason disagree about their Friday night plans.Their argument ends with Lupe yelling,"You never agree to do anything with my friends," and with Jason responding,as he rushes off to a class,"You always overreact about everything." Provide five practical suggestions that might help Lupe and Jason resolve their conflict;you can include ideas about where,when,and how they communicate.

It is possible to work on unresolved,past issues within an adult relationship.