Julie criticizes her boyfriend for his political view and is trying to convince him that he is wrong. He responds by rolling his eyes and walking from the room. This is an example of the ________ communication pattern.

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The demand-withdrawal communication pattern is characterized by one person making demands or criticisms while the other person withdraws or avoids the conversation. In this example, Julie is making a demand or criticism by criticizing her boyfriend's political views, and he is responding by withdrawing from the conversation by rolling his eyes and walking away.

Julie Criticizes Her Boyfriend for His Political View and Is