Chapter 5 Trouble Flashcards
How do women communicate?
Speak more in private, usually to build better connections with others.
Generally are better listeners.
Less likely to interrupt.
More eye contact with another woman than with a man.
What qualities does a good friend have?
Honesty, acceptance, dependability, empathy, and loyalty
Define intimacy.
state of closeness between 2 people
How do you build a healthy relationship?
Emotional support
Respectful asking
Freedom from accusations, blame, criticism, and judgment.
No rage, outbursts of anger, or emotional or physical threats.
What is meant by a dysfunctional relationship?
Characterized by negative and destructive patterns of behavior between people
What are the signs of emotional abuse?
Control
Humiliation
Blaming
Wanting to know where you are
Jealousy or anger
Threatening harm
Coercion
