The Gottman Institute, which was co-founded by doctors John and Julie Gottman, provided a research-based approach to relationships.

Drawing from over 40 years of research data, they categorized couples into five different types: three “happy couple types” and two “unhappy couple types.” Each couple has its own way of navigating relationship issues and working toward resolution.

According to the Gottman Institute and its extensive research, here are the five main couple types—and how they operate during periods of conflict.

1. Conflict-Avoiding

The Gottman Institute defines conflict-avoiding couples as those who “minimize persuasion attempts and instead emphasize their areas of common ground.” Oftentimes, they avoid expressing their needs and simply celebrate their relationship.

While

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