One of Your Friends Has Recently Dissolved Her Marriage

question 8

Essay

One of your friends has recently dissolved her marriage. Your friend and her spouse have one child, and your friend sincerely hopes that the two of them can repair the relationship. Synthesizing what you have learned throughout this chapter, what would you explain to your friend to help her understand the role communication might play in the redefining and repairing of her relationship? Considering that your friend has a child, what additional advice might you have for her?
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