Elizabeth has grown up reading fairy tales and watching roma…

Elizabeth has grown up reading fairy tales and watching romantic comedies in which men are romantic gentlemen that always heroically sweep their love off her feet and respond perfectly to her every desire. Now, she has come to expect such behavior from her own relationship partners. Based on this scenario which of the following is NOT LIKELY?

Jack and Diane are in a relationship and they have frequent…

Jack and Diane are in a relationship and they have frequent disputes over finances. Jack tells Diane, “I know you think I’m being a miser and that I hate fun, but I want to make sure we have money in savings for the future.” Diane responds by saying, “I don’t think that at all. I just wish we had more money in the budget for going out and dates.” Jack’s comment is an example of..

Sarah is an unhappy marriage. She and her husband do not get…

Sarah is an unhappy marriage. She and her husband do not get along, she does not feel very satisfied, and she feels she would be a happier person if she were unmarried. Nevertheless, Sarah is committed to relationship because she feels a social obligation to stay with her partner and feels like she ought to maintain her vows. Which type of commitment is Sarah experiencing?