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In dyadic interaction, a verbal focus on one individual (“you-talk,” “I-talk”), rather than the couple (“we-talk”) has predominantly been linked to dysfunctional relationship processes. However, context differences in these links have not yet systematically examined. Is it functional asymmetrically partner during support interactions but problematic conflict? Does high level of couple-focus rep...