... to cause problems in the relationship. The shared activity provides a common bond for the couples. Gantz (1985), noted "coviewing, even without communication interaction, may be sufficient to reinforce the sense of togetherness valued in close relationships" (p. 75). Lull's Typology Lull (1980) utilized the uses-and-gratification literature and an ethnographic study of 200 families to develop a typology of the social uses of television. ... television should watch differently than couples that have lower levels. Idea for future study The idea that I have proposed for future research in ...

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