A Man Finds Out That His Wife of Thirty Years

A man finds out that his wife of thirty years was having an affair. The couple goes to counseling to attempt to resolve the issues. The therapist offers a treatment plan involving forgiveness. According to the theory presented by Gordon and colleagues, what is the minimum goal for the couple?

A) To move forward and continue in the relationship
B) To make more informed decisions about what to do next
C) To communicate better to avoid similar situations in the future
D) To terminate the relationship and remain friends