Understanding The Patterns That Shape Love And Lasting Relationships

Dr. Bernadette Marson's "The Relationship Code" explores 77 elements that influence why relationships struggle, survive and endure

FREDONIA, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Relationships rarely fall apart because of one problem. In "The Relationship Code: 77 Elements That Determine Why Relationships Fail and How It Endures," Dr. Bernadette Marson examines the patterns, behaviors and experiences that can shape how people connect, communicate and navigate challenges in relationships.

Marson explores topics including attachment, communication, boundaries, commitment, emotional intimacy, conflict, infidelity, family dynamics and childhood experiences. The book encourages readers to recognize the patterns they bring into relationships and consider how those patterns can impact meaningful and lasting relationships.

"The love you want is not discovered, it is built," Marson said.

At the center of the book is the CONNEXUS Model, an eight-dimension framework currently under development. The model focuses on Character, Openness, Narrative, Needs Alignment, Emotional Maturity, eXpansion (Vision), Understanding and Support. It is intended to provide a framework for examining relationship dynamics, with practical exercises designed to help readers reflect on their relationships and identify opportunities for growth.

"The Relationship Code" is intended for individuals and couples seeking greater awareness of the factors that influence their relationships, as well as therapists, coaches, pastoral counselors, educators and students. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach, Marson presents relationships as an area that requires understanding, intentional effort and continued growth.

"The Relationship Code"
By Dr. Bernadette Marson 
ISBN: 9798765271384 (softcover); 9798765271377 (electronic)
Available at Balboa Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble 

About the author
Dr. Bernadette Marson, PhD, LCSW-R, is a relationship and mental health expert, educator, author, clinical consultant and motivational speaker. She is the founder and CEO of Marson LCSW & Consulting Services PLLC, a behavioral health and consulting company. As a researcher and educator, Dr. Marson brings a practical perspective to complex issues involving relationships, mental health, stress and trauma. Her work focuses on translating behavioral health and relationship concepts into accessible, meaningful information that helps readers better understand themselves and their relationships.

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SOURCE Balboa Press