Q was sexually assaulted by a former romantic partner. Since the assault, Q has been unable to stop thinking about the attack, frequently has nightmares about what happened, and jumps every time the phone rings or someone knocks on the door. Q is experiencing:

What can we conclude from investigations of the effectiveness of couple therapy?

Which of the following is an example of “ambiguous loss,” as defined by Boss (e.g., 2006)?

Mary and Mark have perpetrated situational couple violence. Based on your knowledge of sex differences in physical aggression, which act of physical violence is Mary more likely to use? Mark?

Abusers employ a variety of tactics in an effort to control and coerce their partners. Which of the following actions reflect social isolation?

Research generally reveals that couples in stable, satisfying relationships typically engage in a ratio of ___ positive behavior(s) for every ____ negative behavior(s).

Rusbult and her colleagues (e.g., 1982) have identified several ways in which partners respond to conflict. Which one of the following statements reflects loyalty?

Research on reactions to divorce indicates that:

Deanna is a bully who frequently harasses one of her classmates. Which of the following would constitute evidence of her bullying behavior?

Cross-cultural research on responses to infidelity has revealed that: