Question

Hank knows his relationship with his partner will soon end. He is now talking with friends and family, telling them his side of the story, and garnering support. Hank is in the _____ of the dissolution of his relationship.

Answer 1

Answer:

Social phase

Explanation:

According to the Duck model of relationship breakdown phases, the social phase of the relationship breakdown is when the relationship breakdown is nearing the inevitable. At this stage;

• The partners make up their minds to seek support from someone close to them.

• The friend or family lend their support by listening to their side of the story.

• The dispute goes to the ear of a third party for the first time.

Hank Knows that the relationship is nearing the end, so he goes to his friend and family to tell his side of the story to gain support. This is also the first time a third party is having to hear the dispute, at this point Hank's relationship with his partner is at the social phase of relationship breakdown.