“Overflowing with insights, advice and exercises which add up to the solutions that may save a failing marriage or make a good relationship better.” —Dennis Wholey, author of The Courage to Change
With eloquence and accessibility, world-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Aaron T. Beck—widely hailed as the "father of cognitive behavioral therapy"—analyzes the actual dialogue of troubled couples to illuminate the most common problems in marriage: the power of negative thinking, disillusionment, rigid rules and expectations, and miscommunication.
Based on his revolutionary cognitive therapy, Dr. Beck provides a step-by-step guide to help you:
Overcome Misunderstandings: See how simple misinterpretations of your partner’s words and actions can create a cycle of anger, and learn to break it.Identify Negative Thinking: Uncover the "automatic thoughts" and cognitive distortions that fuel resentment, and replace them with more realistic and constructive viewpoints.Improve Communication Skills: Move beyond blaming and defensiveness with practical exercises designed to foster clear, effective, and empathetic dialogue.Resolve Conflicts: Implement a proven framework for working together as a team to tackle disagreements about everything from finances to family life.
