During Formative Periods in a Relationship Couples Have the Task

question 26

Multiple Choice

During formative periods in a relationship couples have the task of constructing paradigms. They do this by:

• A) Borrowing paradigms from their family of orientation
• B) Deliberately choosing paradigms that appeal to them
• C) Adopting paradigms from the dominant culture
• D) All of the above

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