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Conflict arises when needs are not met from "summary" of His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F. Harley Jr.
The root of most marital conflicts is a failure to meet each other's needs. When a person’s most important emotional needs are not being met by their spouse, they will become unhappy and dissatisfied. This unhappiness can lead to arguments, resentment, and ultimately, conflict. Each individual has a set of basic emotional needs that must be fulfilled in order to feel loved, valued, and secure in a relationship. When these needs are not met, they will seek to have them fulfilled elsewhere, leading to distance and discord in the marriage. For example, if a woman’s need for affection is not met by her husband, she may begin to feel unloved and unappreciated. This could lead to feelings of resentment and frustration, causing conflict in the rel...
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