"He Lost His Job"

Matt's job layoff is taking a toll on his marriage to Laura.

By Margery D. Rosen

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Meet the Couple

Meet Laura and Matt, both 44, the parents of two boys, ages 4 and 2. Matt lost his job, and despite a long search, he still can't find the right position. Laura is worried about making ends meet during these rocky economic times -- not to mention the toll the situation is taking on her husband's self-esteem. Matt and Laura turned to Susan Heitler, Ph.D., author of The Power of Two: Secrets to a Strong & Loving Marriage, for help. LHJ.com contributor Margery D. Rosen brings us the couple's story and Dr. Heitler's advice.

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