Rebuilding intimacy following infidelity
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Although the majority of adults in contemporary society seek out committed relationships that provide a sense of belonging and security, many couples have to face the devastating effects of infidelity. One critical area of a couple's relationship that is significantly impacted by infidelity is intimacy. Although difficult, many couples choose to stay together following the discovery of infidelity, and they often seek the assistance of a professional therapist to help them work through the healing process and to rebuild intimacy. Weeks and Fife present four critical areas that therapists may focus on to help couples restore intimacy and reduce a couple's vulnerability to infidelity in the future. As therapy addresses issues of safety, trust, communication and fears of intimacy, couples may regain the closeness and connection that was lost with infidelity. (editor abstract)
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