Regarding Marital Harmony, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 434

Multiple Choice

Regarding marital harmony, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)When a conflict arises, always pause and try to take your partner's perspective.
• B)Seeing things through your partner's eyes can be a good reminder that no one is ever totally right or wrong in a personal dispute.
• C)Constructive and destructive fights are distinguished by whether or not anger is expressed.
• D)Assuming that you know what your partner is thinking or feeling can muddle or block communication.

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Definitions:

Easy-going

Describes a relaxed, tolerant, and stress-free attitude, with a low inclination towards getting upset or anxious.

Anger and Hostility

Emotional states characterized by strong displeasure and antagonism, with hostility being a more prolonged and pervasive form of anger.

Type A Behavior

A personality pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, impatience, aggressiveness, and a sense of urgency, potentially linked to heart disease risk.

Heart Attacks

A medical emergency where blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.