Love Must Be Tough Analysis

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DBMF 405: Quiz One

Answers should be written in one to three complete sentences. Each question is worth 5 points. There is no time limit in which to complete the quiz.

According to Dr. Dobson, what is the relationship between panic and appeasement? [Love Must Be Tough, Ch. 2]
Panic is the characteristic response to rejection and betrayal. When a person is in panic mode they will resort to accommodating their spouse hoping that this will return their adoration to them; ergo, this is appeasement. Panic often leads to appeasement, which is virtually never successful in seeking to control the behavior of others (p. 31).
According to Dobson, how do feelings of entrapment impact love? [Love Must Be Tough, Ch. 3] Dobson says that the critical
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Dobson provides an example of Jane and her unfaithful husband. He says, ?But I always come back to you: that should tell you something.? What does it actually tell her? [Love Must Be Tough, Ch. 9] He is telling her that she will always be available at his beck and call, since she is his doormat. She is not allowed to work which isolates her; thereby, he is creating financial dependency.
Describe the three situations that Dr. Dobson identifies as providing biblical grounds for remarriage. [Love Must Be Tough, Ch. 11] (1) When marriage and divorce occurred prior to salvation (p. 156). (2) When one?s mate is guilty of sexual immorality and is unwilling to repent and live in a monogamous relationship (p. 157). (3) When one of the mates is an unbeliever and willfully and permanently deserts the believing partner (p.
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There is no excuse for domestic violence. Offenders should be reported to law enforcement and Child Protective Services. Silence kills and those trapped in these horrendous situations simply need a voice; hence, if we witness this or have knowledge of victims of domestic violence, we must report it.
Which type of marriage does Kinsey identify as likely to enjoy the greatest physical attraction? [Love Must Be Tough, Ch. 14] It is the one that varies from time to time. According to Kinsey researchers, the marriage that ?breathes,? one that drifts from a time of closeness and tenderness to a more distant posture (p. 216). Hovering over one another can be irritating; after all, each of us need our space.
According to Drs. Joy and Morris, what are the first three stages that bond two romantic partners? [Love Must Be Tough, Ch. 16] (1) Eye to body: A glance reveals much about a person; indeed, sex, size, shape, age, personality, and status (p. 234). (2) Eye to eye: When the man and woman are strangers, the natural reaction is to look away; however, if their eyes meet again and they exchange a smile, then there is a possibility of interest (p. 234). (3) Voice to voice: The initial exchange of dialogue is trivial; however, it can be extensive (e.g., opinions, habits, hobbies) and result in friendship (p.

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