When in conflict in close relationships, women often try to get their husbands to talk about the problem and men retreat. This communication pattern

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This communication pattern illustrates the demand/withdraw interaction pattern, where one partner (often the woman) presses for discussion about a conflict (demand) while the other partner (often the man) withdraws or avoids the discussion, creating a cycle of interaction that can be difficult to break.

When in Conflict in Close Relationships, Women Often Try to Get