Katlyn and Sam have agreed to participate in marriage counseling. They have been married for five years and report they have become bored with their marriage
Initially, what can the marriage therapist tell them regarding the "ups and downs" of marriage?
a) They will need to improve their communication skills to discuss issues.
b) Marital satisfaction will decline if couples do not engage in fun activities.
c) Marital satisfaction begins to decline just after the marriage and it continues to fall until it reaches its lowest point following the birth of children.
d) Couples should spend more time with other married couples to engage in decision-making.
c
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