Offers a unique window on the intimate world of contemporary couple relationshipsIncludes a vast, original quantitative dataset
Provides indicators for clinicians for ways to help couples who wish to become more loving in their relationships

Autorentext

Jacqui Gabb is Professor of Sociology and Intimacy in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at The Open University, UK.

Janet Fink is Professor of Childhood and Personal Relationships in the School of Education and Professional Development at the University of Huddersfield, UK.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Relationship work.- 3. Communication.- 4. Sex and intimacy.- 5. Unsettling Coupledom.- 6. Conclusions.