Identify five common responses to jealousy. Next, indicate which, if any, of these responses is most likely to reduce jealous feelings and thought.

What will be an ideal response?


Constructive responses: integrative communication; compensatory restoration. Destructive responses: negative communication; counter-jealousy induction; violent communication; avoidant; silence; denial; rival focused; signs of possession; derogating competitors; surveillance; rival contacts.

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