Ruth and John Are Often Not Able to Discuss Emotionally

Ruth and John are often not able to discuss emotionally charged issues in their relationship.At different times, most of their discussions focus on one of their children.This illustrates:

A) a triangular process.
B) a struggle to achieve autonomy.
C) a process of separation and individuation.
D) a healthy way of dealing with problems.
E) a process of working through transference.