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[A marital-relationship enhancement program for couples: randomized controlled trial].

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  • 1Department of Nursing, Soonchunhyang University, Chonan City, Korea. kongsun@sch.ac.kr

Taehan Kanho Hakhoe Chi
|November 17, 2005
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[Impact of psychological factors on marital satisfaction and divorce proneness in clinical couples].

Taehan Kanho Hakhoe chi·2008

A Marital-Relationship Enhancement Program (MREP) significantly improved couples' marital satisfaction, conflict resolution, and communication. This program shows promise in strengthening relationships and potentially preventing divorce.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Family Studies
  • Clinical Research

Context:

  • Marital distress is a significant issue impacting relationship longevity.
  • Effective interventions are needed to support couples facing challenges.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a Marital-Relationship Enhancement Program (MREP) based on Gottman's "sound marital house" theory.
  • To assess the program's impact on marital satisfaction, positive affect, conflict regulation, and communication.

Summary:

  • A randomized controlled trial assigned couples to either the MREP or a control group.
  • The MREP group demonstrated significant improvements across all measured variables compared to the control group.
  • Data was collected using validated inventories assessing key relationship dynamics.

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Impact:

  • The MREP is effective in enhancing marital relationships and improving conflict resolution skills.
  • The program may serve as a valuable tool for divorce prevention.
  • Findings support the application of evidence-based interventions in clinical practice.