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Differentiation of Self, Couple Adjustment and Family Life Cycle: A Cross-Sectional Study.
- Source :
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American Journal of Family Therapy . Jul-Sep2020, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p299-316. 18p. 3 Charts, 2 Graphs. - Publication Year :
- 2020
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Abstract
- This study explores differentiation of self (DoS) and its association with couple adjustment across the family life cycle, in a sample of Spanish individuals (n = 506). Individuals in stage VII (nearing the end of life) revealed significantly lower levels of DoS than those in other stages, except for V (moving on at midlife). Individuals in stages V and VII also revealed lower couple adjustment than individuals in stage II (couple formation). DoS was positively associated with couple adjustment across all stages, particularly V-VII. Longitudinal studies will confirm the trend for decrease in DoS and couple adjustment. Implications for therapy are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01926187
- Volume :
- 48
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- American Journal of Family Therapy
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 144500417
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01926187.2020.1736689