Keywords
communication
conflict resolution
romantic relationship
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Abstract
Communication is one of the most important aspects of a romantic relationship. Everything is information (non-verbal or verbal) even no reaction. As communication consists in the exchange of information, it is impossible not to communicate. The form of communication is humor. However, positive and negative humor should be distinguished, as it affects mental and physical health as well as human well-being. Humor has many functions in a romantic relationship. One of them is facilitating communication and dealing with conflicts. This article presents an overview of the relationship between humor and communication and conflict resolution in romantic relationships.References
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