In Maintaining Healthy Relationships, Which of the Following Statements Is

question 208

Multiple Choice

In maintaining healthy relationships, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Constructive and destructive fights are not distinguished by whether or not anger was expressed.
• B)Constructive expression of anger requires that couples fight fairly by sticking to the real issues and not "hitting below the belt."
• C)Constructive expression of anger requires that you try to "mind read" what your partner is thinking during arguments.
• D)Resorting to threats, such as announcing, "This relationship is over," is especially damaging to a relationship.

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Definitions:

Anything Goes Mentality

A laissez-faire attitude towards rules and norms, suggesting that all actions are permissible regardless of morals or consequences.

Positively Valued Stimuli

Objects, conditions, or experiences that are considered desirable or beneficial by a person or within a culture.

Criminal Victimization

The process or event of being harmed or negatively impacted by a criminal act.

Deterrence Doctrine

A theory that policies or threats of punitive action can discourage or prevent individuals or states from engaging in undesirable behavior, such as committing crimes or waging war.