A situation in a romantic relationship wherein one partner wants to address an issue and the other refuses, resulting in opposite reactions, is referred to as _____.

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This situation is referred to as demand/withdraw interaction, where one partner is making a demand for addressing an issue and the other partner is withdrawing from the conversation. This can lead to a negative cycle of one partner becoming more demanding and the other becoming more withdrawn, causing conflict and dissatisfaction in the relationship.

A Situation in a Romantic Relationship Wherein One Partner Wants