Marital communication / Douglas L. Kelley.

Author/creator Kelley, Douglas L.
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge, England ; Malden, MA : Polity Press, 2012.
Descriptionviii, 240 pages ; 21 cm.
Subjects

SeriesKey themes in family communication
Key themes in family communication. ^A1143897
Contents The uniqueness of marital communication : context, mindlessness, arousal -- Living and working together : effective daily interaction -- Closeness : achieving intimacy and love in marriage -- Close conflict -- Couple communication across the life cycle -- Destructive and restorative marital processes.
Abstract Marital Communication shines a light on healthy relationships for those who want to better understand key communication processes between long-term, committed, romantic partners. Written with students, teachers, researchers, practitioners, and couples in mind, this book uses marriage as a proving ground to understand the processes necessary to build and maintain positive romantic relationships. Documented with current courses focusing on family communication, interpersonal and relational communication, and conflict.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 198-230) and indexes.
ISBN9780745647890 (hbk)
ISBN0745647898 (hbk)
ISBN9780745647906 (pbk)
ISBN0745647901 (pbk)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks HQ734 .K36 2012 ✔ Available Place Hold