The Dysfunctional Relationships of Givers and Takers

An Analysis of Toxic Chemistries

by Church, Brooks, Kohlert


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Book Details

Language : English
Publication Date : 8/8/2011

Format : E-Book
Dimensions : N/A
Page Count : 188
ISBN : 9781463423995
Format : Softcover
Dimensions : 6x9
Page Count : 188
ISBN : 9781463424008

About the Book

In your relationships does it matter if you and your partner are a giver or a taker? Are there different types of givers and takers? What’s the secret to a good marriage? How can you save a rocky marriage? What is the best way to get counseling and what should you expect from counseling? What if a serious psychological disorder is involved in your relationship? The authors, professional psychologists, answer these and many more questions by examining clinical case studies from their counseling practice. The authors present an original model that divides both givers and takers into four different types, and they use the model to analyze their case studies and illustrate why relationships can succeed or fail. They also discuss various personality disorders (such as, obsessive-compulsive, narcissistic, dependent, paranoid, borderline, and antisocial), and how such conditions can complicate treatment of dysfunctional relationships. This book is an essential first step for anyone concerned about a relationship, or who just wants to learn more about the dynamics of relationships from the perspective of givers and takers.


About the Author

Drs. Church, Brooks & Kohlert have been professors of psychology at King's College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania for many years. They are all married and have have children. Dr. Church has been engaged in private practice for over thirty years, and has worked with many individuals and couples with respect to premarital, marital and other relationship difficulties. Dr. Brooks has published an extensive research on a variety of psychological topics, and Dr. Kohlert has also published research and is in the process of completing requirements as a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania.