Better Together Online: A Pilot Study of a Relationship Education Intervention with Rural Female Couples
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This study pilot-tested "Better Together Online," a web-based relationship education program for rural female couples. Results suggest the program is acceptable and may improve communication and coping skills.
Area Of Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background
- Relationship education (RE) programs enhance couple relationship quality.
- Culturally relevant RE programs for same-sex couples are limited.
- Rural female couples face unique challenges in accessing relationship support.
Purpose Of The Study
- To assess the acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility of the "Better Together Online" RE program for rural female couples.
- To explore preliminary evidence of the program's efficacy in improving relationship quality and skills.
- To identify areas for program refinement and future research.
Main Methods
- A pilot study involving 11 rural female couples (N=22 individuals) who participated in a seven-module web-based RE program.
- Quantitative data collected through acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility ratings.
- Qualitative feedback gathered through participant comments.
- Statistical analysis using linear mixed-effects models to assess pre-post intervention effects.
Main Results
- High acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility ratings for the "Better Together Online" program.
- Small positive effects observed in relationship instability and satisfaction.
- Robust improvements in communication, problem-solving, mindfulness, and coping skills.
- Preliminary evidence of increased stigma-related stress and positive identity.
Conclusions
- The "Better Together Online" program shows promise for supporting rural female couples' relationships.
- The program may help prevent relationship distress and decline with further refinement.
- Future research should include larger samples and consider the impact of external factors like COVID-19.
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