An Analysis of Couples' Conversational Complaints.

Alberts, J. K.

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Publication Date: 1988

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An Analysis of Couples' Conversational Complaints.

Alberts, J. K.

Communication Monographs, v55 n2 p184-97 Jun 1988

Investigates and analyzes the connections between couples' complaint behavior and their feelings about their relationships. Indicates that adjusted (as opposed to maladjusted) couples are significantly more likely to manifest behavioral (instead of personal characteristic) complaints, positive (as opposed to negative) affect, and agreement (rather than countercomplaint) responses. (JK)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Communication (Thought Transfer), Communication Research, Interpersonal Relationship, Marital Instability, Marital Satisfaction, Marriage

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