Partners often demand emotional involvement from each other in a variety of nonverbal and verbal ways. These demands are known as _______.
A) bids for emotional connection
B) demands for affection
C) repair attempts
D) requests for emotional support

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Bids for emotional connection are specific ways that partners ask for attention, affection, or communication from each other. They can be verbal or nonverbal and range from a simple hello to a more complex conversation about feelings. These bids are important for maintaining emotional connection and intimacy in a relationship. The other options (B, C, D) may also occur in relationships, but they do not encompass the full range of demands for emotional involvement.

Partners Often Demand Emotional Involvement from Each Other in a Variety