According to Ahrons, the Phase in Which the Spouses Begin

question 38

Multiple Choice

According to Ahrons, the phase in which the spouses begin to openly share with others the problems in their marriage and the possibility that it may come to an end is referred to as _____.

• A) family self-disclosure
• B) family metacognition
• C) couple cognition
• D) closure

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Definitions:

Entitlements

Benefits or rights granted by law, such as Social Security in the United States.

Social Security

A government program that provides financial assistance to people who are retired, disabled, or survivors of deceased workers.

Due Process

The fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.

Fourteenth Amendment

An amendment to the U.S. Constitution, adopted in 1868, that grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, including former slaves, and provides all citizens with equal protection under the laws.