Relationship of Instrumental and Affectional Behaviors and Self-Esteem to Marital Satisfaction in Distressed and Nondistressed Couples.

Barnett, Linda R.; Nietzel, Michael T.

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Publication Date: 1979-Oct

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Relationship of Instrumental and Affectional Behaviors and Self-Esteem to Marital Satisfaction in Distressed and Nondistressed Couples.

Barnett, Linda R.; Nietzel, Michael T.

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, v47 n5 p946-57 Oct 1979

Examined the relationship of instrumental and affectional behavioral events to short- and long-term marital satisfaction. Results showed a significant negative relationship between frequency of displeasurable instrumental events and ratings of marital satisfaction. The most important finding was the degree to which wives' self-esteem correlated with couple-rated marital satisfaction. (Author)

Descriptors: Affection, Behavior Patterns, Correlation, Interpersonal Relationship, Marital Instability, Marriage, Self Esteem, Spouses, Stress Variables

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Language: English

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