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Overview

This new and revised edition of Fighting for Your Marriage is based on the widely acclaimed PREP(r) (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) approach. Groundbreaking studies have found that couples can use the strategies of this approach to handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up.
Based on twenty years of university research, this popular book will show you how to:
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Overview

This new and revised edition of Fighting for Your Marriage is based on the widely acclaimed PREP(r) (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) approach. Groundbreaking studies have found that couples can use the strategies of this approach to handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up.
Based on twenty years of university research, this popular book will show you how to:
* Talk more and fight less
* Deepen and protect your friendship
* Have a more intimate, sensual relationship
* Keep the fun alive
* Clarify and act on your priorities
* Develop a vision for your future together

Editorial Reviews

Library Journal
...recommended for public and social work libraries owing to the tried-and-true methodology it explains.
USA Today
Just about everyone can improve their marriage.... They can learn skills to help them handle negative emotions in marriage. It's the discord that hurts kids.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780787957445
  • Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
  • Publication date: 8/6/2001
  • Edition description: REV
  • Edition number: 2
  • Pages: 384
  • Product dimensions: 6.10 (w) x 8.99 (h) x 1.09 (d)

Meet the Author

Howard J. Markman, Ph.D., is internationally known for his work on divorce prevention. He is professor of psychology and codirector of the Center for Marital and Family Studies at the University of Denver.
Scott M. Stanley, Ph.D., is a noted expert on marriage and commitment, and is codirector of the Center for Marital and Family Studies at the University of Denver. He has coauthored A Lasting Promise, the Christian version of this book.
Susan L. Blumberg, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and director of Interpersonal Communication Options. She specializes in helping families and couples revitalize their relationships.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments v
Introduction 1
Part 1 Understanding the Risks on the Road to Lasting Love
1. Four Hallmarks of a Great Relationship: PREP in a Nutshell 25
2. Destructive Patterns: Signs of Danger Ahead 43
3. Changing Roles, Changing Rules: Men and Women in Conflict 67
Part 2 Teaming Up to Handle Conflict
4. When What You Heard Isn't What I Said: Understanding Filters in Communication 91
5. Talking Safely Without Fighting: The Speaker-Listener Technique 105
6. Controlling the Home Fires: Handling Issues and Events Well 129
7. New Perspectives on Problems and Problem Solving 153
8. Keeping Conflict Under Control: Ground Rules for a Great Relationship 183
Part 3 Enjoying Each Other
9. Safe Harbor: Preserving and Protecting Friendship 205
10. Playing Together: How to Succeed in Fun Without Really Trying 219
11. Sense and Sensuality: Enhancing and Protecting Your Sex Life 231
12. Sacred Places: Core Beliefs and Spiritual Intimacy 253
Part 4 Staying the Course
13. Why You Can't Always Get What You Want: Unraveling the Mysteries of Expectations 275
14. Forgiveness: Restoring Hope 297
15. Sticking, Stuck, or Stopped: On the Path to Commitment 321
16. What to Do Now 347
Some Thoughts on Domestic Violence 353
Resources and Training 355
Selected Research and References 357
About the Authors 365
Index 367

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  • Posted March 12, 2010

    The one book that every married couple should purchase

    My wife and I have been involved in marriage preparation for engaged couples and in marriage enrichment for over 12 years. When we discovered "Fighting For Your Marriage" we knew that we had found a gold mine. This is a book that every married couple should have. Every couple should keep it handy to refer to frequently.

    "Fighting For Your Marriage" is based on sound research. It provides communications techniques that are proven. We have used it as the required text for our marriage enrichment programs and not one single couple who purchased the book has said that they regret the purchase. In fact, every couple has commented on how easy the book is to read and how thoroughly practical and helpful it is.

    We all get married desiring a lifelong partnership in which we feel happy and secure. However, when two distinct personalities are joined together in marriage, it is hardly surprising that even in the strongest of relationships there are times when we don't feel happy or secure. There are always areas of our relationship that we need to work on. This book responds to these needs.

    "Fighting For Your Marriage" seeks to reinforce a understanding of "couple identity" and to ensure that we do not neglect the vitally important aspect of friendship in our marriage. Using the techniques provided in this book to talk about difficult issues without fighting insures that the intimate friendship relationship between spouses will not erode due to poorly handled conflict.

    Buy this book today!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 21, 2007

    not just for you married people

    Before my wife and I got married we had some really bad issues. a counselor I was seeing to help me with depression recommended this book to us.. After reading it we got married and are still married.. it will be 6 years this may..I credit much of our success on the book.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 26, 2006

    Excellent!

    A real go getter of a book. Lots of things to meditate on. It isn't something to just speed read! Getting to root problems in any relationship can be understood in another book titled 'why singles are not married & the married are single' Another excellent writing with deep insights and gender reconcilliation.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 21, 2005

    Too much material

    There is great material in this book but too much of it. I got bogged down and had to force myself forward in reading it. Any marriage can benefit from this book. The book does teach us to be better listeners and communicators and there are tools available for how we handle our disagreements. I thought some of the humor was good but some friends didn't like it. We all have our own sense of humor. Stan Cronin's book 'How to Date Your Wife' is another book that has similar concepts but its half the length and a much easier read. Forgiving and staying the course, or I prefer to call it enduring to the end are principles I agree with and they are contained herein. Everyone can improve their marriage by reading these two books.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 17, 2003

    This should be required reading for all couples: married, dating,or living together

    This book was required reading when my husband and I went to marriage counselling a few years ago. The PREP method outlined in the book literally saved our marriage. I would highly recommend this book to every couple, happy or otherwise. We have shared our copy with friends, and consider it an invaluable wedding gift. We know now that whatever trials we face (and there have been huge ones already), we can get through them, together.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 22, 2002

    no marriage should be without it

    This book gives common sence ideas for communicating and relating to your spouse in a productive, healthy way. Our marriage is definately enhanced because of what we have learned and applied in our relationship. The communication skills learned in this book can be used in all facets of life.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 23, 2001

    Every person in a relationship benefits from this book

    What an absolutely wonderful book that puts the challenges of marriages in perspective and offers many good examples on how to improve your relationship. I highly recommend this book to anyone in a marriage or serious relationship. Whether you're happy or not, there are some great ideas here that will benefit you and your marriage. Its emphasis on restoring the friendship in your marriage is right on! This book is inspiring and offers hope.

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