According to Gottman,_______ is the result of blaming an unmet need on one's partner.
A) complaining
B) criticism
C) contempt
D) controlling

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Criticism is defined by Gottman as blaming one's partner for a problem or issue, often with global and negative characterizations of their personality or behavior. It can also involve attributing negative motives to their actions. This is different from complaining, which focuses on a specific behavior or situation and does not attack the partner's character.

According to Gottman,_______ Is the Result of Blaming an Unmet