Which of the following are the four destructive patterns of interaction,as identified by Gottman?
A)disparagement,disapproval,offensiveness,and acceptance
B)condescension,contempt,disrespect,and defensiveness
C)criticism,contempt,defensiveness,and withdrawal
D)aggressiveness,submissiveness,defensiveness,and derision

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The four destructive patterns of interaction identified by Gottman are criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and withdrawal. Option A does not include contempt or withdrawal. Option B does not include criticism or withdrawal. Option D includes aggressiveness and submissiveness which are not included in the four destructive patterns of interaction identified by Gottman.

Which of the Following Are the Four Destructive Patterns of Interaction,as