In the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, Love Maps Are

question 6

Multiple Choice

In the Gottman method of couples therapy, love maps are used:

• A) to help the couple become more aware of the issues that are important to their partner.
• B) to help the couple understand what helps their partner feel loved.
• C) as an outline of things that are hurtful to each partner in the couple.
• D) as an outline of the ways each partner expresses love in the relationship.

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Definitions:

Leveling

Leveling refers to the process of making things equal or equivalent, especially in the context of communication, it can mean ensuring all parties have the same information.

Communication Step

A fundamental component or phase in the process of transmitting information from one entity to another.

Sender Encodes

The process by which a sender transforms a message into symbols or language understandable by the receiver in communication.

Two-Way Communication

A form of communication in which messages are sent and received between parties, allowing for feedback and interaction.