Miss Razieh Nouri, The Doctor Khaled Aslani, The Doctor Abbas Amanelahi,
Volume 20, Issue 80 (3-2022)
Abstract
The current research aimed to examine the mediation of attachment behaviors in the relationship between interaction with family of origin with marital quality and depression. The research design was inferential with path analysis method. The statistical population included all female students of Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz in 2019-20 among whom 200 were recruited using available sampling method. The Family-of-Origin Scale (FOS; Hovestadt, et al., 1985), Brief Accessibility, Responsiveness, and Engagement Scale (BARE; Sandberg, et al., 2012), Dyadic Adjustment Scare - Revised Form (Busby, et al., 1995), and Beckchr('39')s Depression Inventory (BDI; Beck, 1972) were used to measure the variables. The data were analyzed using Pearson product moment correlation coefficient and path analysis method and SPSS-26 and AMOS-24 software. The results of the correlation analysis showed significant correlation among the variables. The goodness of fitness indices verified the model with one modification index. Furthermore, the results showed that the attachment behaviors significantly mediated the relationship between interaction with family-of-origin with depression and marital quality. According to the results, one can conclude that the type and severity of coupleschr('39') attachment behaviors have a critical contribution in affects of their interaction with family-of-origin on their depression and marital quality.
Dr Maryam Sayad Shirazi, Mr Naemeh Nouri,
Volume 24, Issue 93 (3-2025)
Abstract
Objective: Marriage, as a fundamental social institution, faces significant challenges in the modern era, underscoring the critical importance of premarital counseling. This study aims to identify the existing gaps in premarital counseling from the perspective of experts, offering insights into its weaknesses and proposing actionable strategies to enhance the quality and effectiveness of these services.
Method: Utilizing a qualitative research design with a thematic analysis approach, this study explored the perspectives and experiences of experts regarding the shortcomings of premarital counseling. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 15 participants (10 women and 5 men), continuing until theoretical saturation was achieved.
Findings: The analysis of the data revealed meaningful statements that were categorized into basic, organizing, and global themes. Five organizing themes emerged, encompassing the essential requirements of premarital counseling, conducive contexts for its improvement, existing challenges and gaps, necessary strategies, and the outcomes of premarital counseling, all structured within three overarching global themes.
Conclusion: The findings demonstrate that premarital counseling plays a vital role in reducing marital conflicts and enhancing marital satisfaction. However, it is confronted with challenges such as a shortage of specialized counselors and insufficient educational programs. To improve the quality of these services, it is imperative to develop comprehensive educational programs, increase public awareness, and implement standardized assessment tools.
