Impressionistic studies of "counter-culture" couples suggest (a) several varieties of a "return of the conventional," (b) a reduced role of sexuality, in the sense of its "demystification," (c) an attitude of approach to emotional tension, and (d) dependence on a psychology of plenty. Possible connections among these four kinds of phenomena are suggested.
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