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Improving practice in marriage preparation.

B Silliman¹, W R Schumm

¹University of Wyoming, Laramie 82071, USA.

Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy

|March 19, 1999

Summary

Research on marriage preparation programs has advanced significantly over 20 years. Effective program design involves assessing needs, optimizing timing, content, and delivery for better outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Social Sciences
Psychology
Family Studies

Background:

Marriage preparation programs aim to enhance relationship success.
Research in this field has evolved over the last two decades.

Purpose of the Study:

To review developments in marriage preparation program research.
To provide evidence-based suggestions for designing effective programs.

Main Methods:

Literature review of research on marriage preparation programs.
Analysis of key program design elements.

Main Results:

Identified critical factors for effective program design.
Highlighted the importance of client needs assessment and tailored content.
Emphasized provider characteristics and marketing strategies.

Conclusions:

Effective marriage preparation programs require careful consideration of multiple components.
Ongoing research is crucial for refining program design and delivery.

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