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ERIC Number: EJ1464498
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 24
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EISSN: EISSN-2325-5226
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Research Informed Guidelines for Couple and Relationship Education Programs with Arab American Immigrant Couples
Sarah Almalki; Lawrence Ganong
Journal of Human Sciences & Extension, v11 n2 2023
In this paper, we review the characteristics of Arab immigrants and propose guidelines for couple and relationship education (CRE) programs with Arab immigrant couples. Arab immigrants are a heterogeneous group, yet they share common cultural characteristics and family values that are essential to understand when working with them. Generally, CRE programs with immigrated Arabs should be mindful of (1) strongly valued religious beliefs, (2) extended family as a primary source of support and marital problem-solving, (3) the tendency to follow gender-based roles and responsibilities, and (4) Arabic language and communication norms. Family educators and practitioners who work with recently immigrated Arab couples should familiarize themselves with these characteristics to better serve them.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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