Marriage Conflict Resolution in Marriage 2

Question 1

What is 'contempt' in Gottman's Four Horsemen framework?

Accepted Answer

Treating a partner with disrespect, mockery, or a sense of superiority

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Expressing intense anger loudly during an argument

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Refusing to apologize after an argument

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Blaming a partner for all relationship problems

Question 2

What is 'flooding' in the context of marital conflict?

Accepted Answer

A physiological state of being emotionally overwhelmed that makes productive discussion impossible

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Overwhelming a partner with too many complaints at once

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Bringing up past grievances during a current argument

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Crying excessively during a disagreement

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of using 'I statements' during marital conflict?

Accepted Answer

To communicate your feelings without blaming your partner

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To emphasize that you are right in the disagreement

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To take sole responsibility for the conflict

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To avoid expressing emotions during an argument

Question 4

What does 'defensiveness' typically look like in marital conflict?

Accepted Answer

Responding to complaints with counter-complaints or excuses

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Refusing to discuss certain sensitive topics

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Becoming physically tense during an argument

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Withdrawing emotionally and shutting down

Question 5

Which conflict resolution strategy focuses on identifying the underlying needs behind each partner's stated demands?

Accepted Answer

Interest-based negotiation

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Compromise

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Mediation

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Collaborative arbitration

Question 6

What is a 'repair attempt' in Gottman's conflict model?

Accepted Answer

An action or statement made during conflict to de-escalate tension before it becomes destructive

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Fixing relationship damage that occurred after an affair

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The process of forgiving a partner after a fight

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Rebuilding trust after a serious breach

Question 7

What does Gottman's research say about the percentage of marital conflicts that are never fully resolved?

Accepted Answer

About 69%

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About 30%

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About 50%

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About 85%