The odds of marriage lasting a lifetime are not in the favor of many, with approximately half of all first marriages ending in divorce.  Despite this troublesome truth, almost 90% of all people marry at least once, with another 75% marrying a second time. Even for marriages that do not end in divorce, approximately 20% of all married couples experience marital distress at any given time in their marriage. Difficulty in communication is often identified as a culprit in marital conflict. Poor communication can manifest as a cycle of excessive and seemingly unattainable demands, withdrawing from the relationship, and arguing or fighting. Behavioral marital therapy can lead to substantial improvements in communication and marital satisfaction. Couples are also taught how to maintain treatment gains, in order to guard against future relapses into marital strife.