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Homogamous and heterogamous marriages

D M Moss, R R Lee

    International Journal of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study differentiates between character object (homogamous) and symptom object (heterogamous) marriages. Homogamous marriages show greater treatment adherence and lower divorce rates, benefiting from individual psychotherapy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychoanalysis
    • Marital Studies

    Background:

    • Peter Giovacchini's marital constructs provide a framework for understanding relationship dynamics.
    • Two distinct types of marital bonds are identified: character object relationships and symptom object relationships.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore and statistically validate Peter Giovacchini's two marital constructs.
    • To investigate the differential outcomes and treatment responses of homogamous versus heterogamous marriages.

    Main Methods:

    • A group case study approach was employed.
    • Statistical analysis was used to support the distinction between the two marital constructs.
    • Comparative analysis of treatment duration, divorce rates, and therapy outcomes was conducted.

    Main Results:

    • The distinction between "character object" (homogamous) and "symptom object" (heterogamous) relationships was statistically supported.
    • Homogamous marriages demonstrated longer treatment durations and lower divorce rates.
    • Heterogamous marriages exhibited higher divorce rates and tended to terminate therapy prematurely.

    Conclusions:

    • Homogamous marriages are more stable and respond favorably to individual psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
    • Heterogamous marriages may benefit from initial conjoint or group psychotherapy due to their superficial bonding and shared defenses.
    • The findings offer insights into tailoring therapeutic interventions based on marital construct type.

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