Similar to any relationship, conflicts in marital or intimate relationships are inevitable. However, how a couple is able to resolve their conflicts in a mutually satisfying way determines the longevity of the relationship. Apparently, while conflicts can lead to separations and even divorces, they can also be used as opportunities for spouses to get to know each other better and consequently improve their interpersonal skills with the main goal of improving the emotional and intimate relationship between them (Sabourin, Infante & Rudd, 1993). In essence, openness in communication between couples contributes significantly to improving the spouses' ability to resolve and regulate conflicts, and consequently helps to build stronger relationships characterized by a greater sense of closeness. Although all couples are subject to individual differences, adopting openness in communication improves spouses' ability to individually and collectively overcome obstacles and ultimately establish satisfying relationships (Deutsch, 2003). Therefore, since conflicts between couples are inevitable, it is essential that spouses understand the dynamics involved and consequently adopt collective problem-solving strategies in order to improve not only the quality of their relationship but also the level of emotional and intimate connection between them . Furthermore, openness in communication helps couples to discuss all issues that may affect their relationship directly and honestly without closing themselves off in order to resolve their differences and calm down physiologically (Somohano,