Book 2011

The science of trust

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Publisher: W.W. Norton
Language: English
Published: 2011

Man-woman relationships
Psychology
Married people
Betrayal
Marriage
Communication in marriage
Trust

Gottman draws from this longitudinal research and theory to show how emotional attunement can downregulate negative affect, help couples focus on positive traits and memories, and even help prevent domestic violence. He offers a detailed intervention devised to cultivate attunement, thereby helping couples connect, respect, and show affection.