59 pages • 1 hour read
Julie Schwartz Gottman, John M. GottmanFight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2024A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
Examine the role of physiological “flooding” in relationship conflict. How does understanding the biology of stress responses contribute to better conflict management?
The Gottmans distinguish between “perpetual” and “solvable” problems in relationships. Evaluate their framework for identifying each type and discuss why this distinction matters for conflict resolution.
Analyze the concept of “repair attempts” during conflict. How do successful couples use repairs differently from unsuccessful ones, and what makes repairs effective or ineffective?
