You have been under a great deal of stress at work for the past few months.You tell your partner about your concerns.Your partner responds by saying,"It sounds like this is really difficult for you to handle." What kind of response has your partner made?

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Your partner's response shows empathy, as they acknowledge and validate your feelings of difficulty and stress. They do not dismiss or minimize your concerns, which would be an example of invalidation. However, they also do not offer concrete solutions or advice, which would be an example of active-constructive responding. This response can be considered invisible support, as it provides emotional support without necessarily offering visible tangible support.

You Have Been Under a Great Deal of Stress at Work