According to marital researcher John Gottman, what are the four behaviours that are significantly associated with poor marital outcomes?
A)Criticism, pessimism, defensiveness, and anger
B)Criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling
C)Pessimism, contempt, defensiveness, and anger
D)Pessimism, contempt, anger, and stonewalling

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John Gottman identifies criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling as the "Four Horsemen" that predict poor outcomes in marriages. These behaviors are seen as destructive to healthy communication and relationship dynamics.

According to Marital Researcher John Gottman, What Are the Four