The text points out that it is impossible to __________ when a person is in the wanting-revenge, feeling-stung-and-needing-to-sting-back state of mind.
a. level b. check-it-out
c. make an I statement d. de-escalate
Ques. 2Contrary to Internet and media reports, researchers point out that there is no evidence of _______.
a. serial monogamy b. excessive sexual activity
c. polygamous preferences d. an infidelity epidemic
Ques. 3In communicating with each other, Naveed asks Tasha if his perception of her feelings is accurate. His behavior reflects
a. listener backchannels. b. leveling.
c. de-escalation. d. checking it out.
Ques. 4Researchers found that engaging in extramarital affairs is _______.
a. a rational decision b. the result of overwhelming passion
c. spontaneous and fun d. creatively maintained
Ques. 5Counselors encourage making time for play and new activities in a relationship, partly because new experiences release a neurochemical called ____________ that acts on the pleasure center in the brain.
a. dopamine
b. testosterone
c. estrogen
d. adrenaline
Ques. 6Therapists suggest certain requirements of the offending partner of an extramarital affair, which include all BUT which of the following?
a. apologize sincerely and without defending her or his behavior
b. ask the spouse if they have had similar thoughts or feelings of infidelity
c. allow and hear the verbally vented anger and rage of the offended partner
d. allow for trust to rebuild gradually and to realize that this may take a long time