Chpt. 12: As you recall, many marriages experience a drop in satisfaction once the first child is born (just remember that 40% don’t).  What was one thing that couples could to to prevent the drop in marital satisfaction? 

Chpt. 11: According to Fincham & his colleagues (2006), what role did forgiveness have in conflict? 

Week 13 Discussion:  Why did people regret working so hard?

Chpt. 12: What are some of the reasons experts suggest why we should avoid using spanking?

Week 10 Discussion:  What percentage of kids are spanked at least once before the age of five?

Chpt. 15: According to research by Ahrons (2007), which child is going to fair better in the divorce?

Week 12 Discussion:  Generally, how long should you wait before dating again after a divorce when you have kids?

Chpt. 11: Which of the following would be a good question to answer before you get married? 

Chpt. 14: To address substance addiction in the family, the NCADD suggests which of the following?  

Week 8 Discussion: Which couple has the best odds of having a long marriage?