Predictive Role of Attachment Styles and Personality Traits in Marital Adjustment

Abstract

In this study, it was aimed to examine the predictive role of attachment styles and personality traits on marital adjustment. 247 married individuals (127 women, 120 men) participated in the study. The Dyadic Adjustment Scale, Experiences in Close Relationships Inventory, Five Factor Personality Scale and Personal Information Form prepared by the researcher were used as data collection tools. The obtai-ned data were analyzed by Pearson correlation coefficient, one-way MANOVA and multiple regression analysis methods. Neuroticism and insecure forms of attachment (anxious and avoidant) were found to be significant predictors of marital adjustment. It was determined that women had a higher level of anxious attachment style. In addition, there was a negative relationship between anxious attachment style and neuroticism and marital adjustment, while a positive significant relationship was found between avoidant attachment style and marital adjustment. The results obtained contribute to a better understanding of the relationships between marital adjustment, attachment and personality traits. Once again, the effect of attachment style on emotional relationship has been revealed. Those working in the field of family and marriage counseling may benefit from these results. While working with couples or married clients, considering their attachment patterns and personality traits can contribute significantly to the therapeutic process. In studies with parents, awareness studies can be conducted on how to develop secure attachment in children.