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The relationship between perceived dysfunctional family-of-origin rules and intimacy in young adult dating
J H Larson1, D J Peterson, V A Heath
1Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah 84602, USA.
Abstract:
This study examined the relationship between perceived dysfunctional family-of-origin rules and intimacy in single young adult dating relationships. A sample of 754 single, Caucasian-American young adults completed measures of perceived dysfunctional family-of-origin rules and emotional, intellectual, and sexual intimacy in dating relationships. When controlling for the effects of gender and age, results showed that perceived dysfunctional family-of-origin rules had a negative impact on the perceived expression and experience of these three kinds of intimacy in dating relationships. Implications for relationship therapy are discussed.
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