Passive-constructive capitalization responses are negatively associated with relationship satisfaction.Why might this be?
A) They are invisible,so there is no benefit of this type of response.
B) There is a problem with the reliability of the measure of passive-constructive responses.
C) The passive aspect of these responses overwhelms the constructive nature of the comments.
D) These responses focus only on the positive emotion that the discloser experienced and not enough on the positive nature of the good news.

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The passive aspect of these responses, meaning the lack of active participation from the respondent, may overshadow the constructive nature of the comment. This lack of engagement may make the discloser feel less validated and less satisfied with the relationship.

Passive-Constructive Capitalization Responses Are Negatively Associated with Relationship Satisfaction