Intimacy in Crisis: Reflections of Madness, Survival and Growth

By Jane Ridley

Men and women seek different elements of intimacy. This book argues that a failure to understand the opposite gender's intimacy needs can contribute to relationship distress. Jane Ridley explores potentially critical periods and turning points in a couple's relationship, including sexuality, pregnancy, ageing, the impact of earlier separation and dealing with children from previous relationships. Contents: Part One: A Working Hypothesis The Invisible Intimacy Screen Critical Periods in the Life Cycle of Relationships and Intimacy Life Events and Intimacy Part Two: A Realistic Approach to Gender Critical Periods and Female Vulnerablity Critical Periods and Male Vulnerablity

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 186156113X
• ISBN13: 9781861561138
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"