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Behavioral versus insight-oriented marital therapy: effects on individual and interspousal functioning.

D K Snyder, R M Wills

    Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
    |February 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Both behavioral marital therapy (BMT) and insight-oriented marital therapy (IOMT) significantly improved relationship distress, psychological distress, and self-concept for couples. These positive effects were maintained six months post-treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Family Studies

    Background:

    • Relationship distress is a common issue impacting couples.
    • Marital therapy aims to improve relationship functioning.
    • Comparing different therapeutic approaches is crucial for evidence-based practice.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the effectiveness of behavioral marital therapy (BMT) and insight-oriented marital therapy (IOMT).
    • To assess the impact of these therapies on interspousal and intrapersonal functioning.
    • To evaluate treatment outcomes at termination and 6-month follow-up.

    Main Methods:

    • A controlled outcome study involving 79 couples with relationship distress.
    • Random assignment to BMT, IOMT, or a treatment-on-demand (TOD) waiting-list control group.

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  • Assessment of global marital accord, psychological distress, and self-concept.

    • Main Results:

    • Both BMT and IOMT led to significant improvements in marital functioning and self-concept.
    • Psychological distress was reduced in both treatment groups.
    • No significant differences were found between BMT and IOMT effectiveness.
    • Treatment gains were maintained at the 6-month follow-up.

    Conclusions:

    • Behavioral and insight-oriented marital therapies are effective in treating relationship distress.
    • The two divergent therapeutic approaches yielded equivalent outcomes.
    • Further research should explore the mechanisms behind the equivalence of these therapies.