[curious_woman]

I have to write my final paper about communication and its affects on relationships. I have to gather input/data from random people on their thoughts, and I thought this would be a great place. So if you're willing to help me, please fill out the info and answer with yes or no. If it is a question that asks two things, and one is yes, simply state which it is. All the personal info is just for the purpose of the survey, and its statistics. If you fit into more than one category (ex. you are in a long term relationship but have been divorced in the past) you can fill out both sets of questions.)

Thanks in advance to those who respond, its very helpful!

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Questions for those who are married or in a common law relationship:

1. How often do you feel your partner does not understand you, or take the time to understand?

2. Have you ever blamed technology (ex. television, internet) for resentment in your marriage, or has it bridged gaps and given you something to talk about?

3. Would you ever consider having children to fix your problems or if you have children did they solve or increase problems regarding communication?

4. Do you find you feel “closer” or it easier to talk to your partner when you are physically apart?

5. Have you ever considered separation or divorce due to a lack of communication?


Questions for those who are divorced or separated:

1. Would you consider lack of communication, or not understanding/being understood to be a contributing factor to your break up?

2. If you have children with your former partner, did you communicate more/better after the children were born? If you do not have children, do you regret not having them because you feel it might have helped?

3. Do you feel your partner often avoiding talking to you, or you avoided talking by playing video games, or being busy with a cell phone?

4. When you or your partner was away physically, did you speak less, or take that chance to try and fix problems?

5. After an argument, did one or both of you feel resentment, or had unresolved feelings?


Questions for those not currently in a relationship, or a short term relationship:

1. Did any of your previous relationships fail because of a misunderstanding or a lack of communication?

2. Would you be hurt, or break up with a partner because they preferred to watch television instead of discuss their day?

3. Would you consider a long distance relationship, if there was constant communication?

4. If you were unhappy in a relationship but did not want to leave it, would you consider having children?

5. Is it important that your partner takes the time to talk to you and understand what you have to say?