Sentences with phrase «avoidance behavior coupled»

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As a result, couples may be less - able to resolve their disagreements in constructive ways, and instead engage in more destructive behaviors such as avoidance or heightened displays of anger (Cummings & Davies, 2010).

Couples Counseling works with the couple - system and allows the couple to have a more objective view of their relationship, modify dysfunctional behavior, decrease emotional avoidance, improve communication, and promote their strengths.

Prior research also suggests that during relationship conflicts women demonstrate more demanding behaviors whereas men are more likely to engage in withdrawal and avoidance, a gender typical pattern that is accentuated among maritally distressed couples (Christensen & Heavey, 1990; Eldrige & Christensen, 2002; Gottman, 1994).