In maintaining healthy relationships, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)Constructive and destructive fights are not distinguished by whether or not anger was expressed.
B)Constructive expression of anger requires that couples fight fairly by sticking to the real issues and not "hitting below the belt."
C)Constructive expression of anger requires that you try to "mind read" what your partner is thinking during arguments.
D)Resorting to threats, such as announcing, "This relationship is over," is especially damaging to a relationship.

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Constructive expression of anger in relationships involves clear communication and addressing the real issues, not attempting to "mind read" or assume what your partner is thinking. This choice is false because effective communication requires expressing one's own feelings and listening to the partner's perspective, not making assumptions about their thoughts.

In Maintaining Healthy Relationships, Which of the Following Statements Is