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Behavioral cohabitation: increasing satisfaction among nonmarried dyads?
Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy
|January 1, 1985
Summary
This study tested a standard behavior therapy package for cohabiting couples, finding modest success but significant individual differences in outcomes. Further research is recommended for behavioral cohabitation.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Couple Therapy
Background:
- Cohabiting relationships face unique challenges.
- Standardized behavior therapy packages offer a potential framework for intervention.
- Assessing treatment efficacy requires multidimensional and objective measures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a standard behavior therapy package for cohabiting couples.
- To explore the variability in treatment outcomes among couples.
- To identify factors influencing treatment success in behavioral cohabitation research.
Main Methods:
- A multiple-baseline design across three clinically referred cohabiting couples.
- Multidimensional assessments including self, partner, and external observer reports.
- Minimally interactive therapy sessions involving bibliotherapy and exercise materials.
Main Results:
- Modest overall treatment success was observed.
- Significant between-subject variability in treatment outcomes was noted.
- The study highlights potential gender differences and ceiling effects.
Conclusions:
- Standardized behavior therapy packages show promise for cohabiting couples.
- Individual variability necessitates further investigation into influencing factors.
- Recommendations are provided for future research in behavioral cohabitation.
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