Richard and Olivia have been married for three years now. The first two years of their marriage was filled with love and happiness. Since the beginning of the third year, they have been having trouble maintaining harmony in their marriage as a result of disappointments and disagreements. Where do you think John and Olivia are in the life cycle of violence?

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The description fits the tension-building phase, which is characterized by increasing strain and stress in the relationship, leading to arguments and potential for violence. This phase precedes the acute battering incident and is marked by growing discontent and difficulties in managing disagreements.

Richard and Olivia Have Been Married for Three Years Now