Marital Bond Research Articles

The Role of Attachment Styles in Marital Stability: A Psychological Approach to Strengthening Relationships

Purpose: The present study attempts to establish how attaching styles influence marital stability. To help determine how the various attachment patterns or styles-secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized-influence communication quality, conflict resolution, and overall marital satisfaction. Provide an understanding of how attachment styles, which are developed during one's childhood years, impinge on adult-to-adult relationships, particularly in marriage. Understand the rise in divorce rates and marital problems based on exploration of attachment styles that strengthen or weaken the marital bond. Add to the increasing scientific knowledge repository by focusing on real-life marital outcomes related to psychological theories of attachment. Material and Methods: The research design for this study is a mixed-methods design, which includes the following; Quantitative Component: Standardized questionnaires related to attachment style and relationship satisfaction scales will be administered to 200 couples. Qualitative Component: 20 couples from each category of different attachment styles will be interviewed in depth. This will be done at the marriage counseling centers in Houston, Texas. Population: Married individuals from different age brackets and years of marriage. Sampling: Stratified random sampling to ensure that there is a fair representation of marital backgrounds. Statistical Analysis: Application of correlation and regression analysis will help identify if attachment styles significantly predict marital outcomes. Findings: The key results of the study are that secure Attachment: Couples with at least one partner showing a secure attachment style exhibit: Improved communication, Successful conflict resolution, Overall relationship satisfaction, Insecure Attachment Styles, Anxious and avoidant are attached to less satisfaction and more conflict in marriage. Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Based on this research, our recommendations in the present study are as follows: The need for Attachment-Based Interventions and Relationship Education Programs.

Sompa Tanah in Makassar Bugis Customary Marriages: Legal, Religious, and Cultural Perspectives

The submission of dowry in the form of land (Sompa Tanah), as practiced by the Bugis community in Bone, reflects the flexibility of local mechanisms in addressing real-world challenges based on the ideal values of tradition. This study is important in the broader discourse on dowry, which often highlights cultural legitimacy in perpetuating violence and the subordination of women. The provision of Sompa Tanah in Bugis society serves as a cultural, legal, and religious mechanism to establish legal certainty regarding rights and obligations in marital relations. This descriptive qualitative research draws on observation and interview data, which are then analyzed contextually to understand their relevance to social management within the community. The findings indicate that Sompa Tanah functions as a legal mechanism that not only regulates rights and obligations in marriage but also provides legal certainty within the marital bond. The legal security afforded to women serves as a safeguard for their rights as wives and mothers within a patriarchal society. As a legal mechanism, Sompa Tanah ensures social order and gains customary and cultural legitimacy, which strengthens the position of women in the Bugis social structure. Additionally, marriage, as a social bond, carries the risk of divorce, which is also legally acknowledged. Consequently, this paper recommends further comparative studies to explore the practice of Sompa Tanah across different regions to gain more comprehensive and in-depth knowledge.

Women's Right to Terminate Marriage by Individual Will According to Saudi Family Law

The issue of protecting women's rights has garnered extensive attention from international organizations, particularly the United Nations, through a range of international covenants and agreements, most notably the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). Since the provisions of these declarations and agreements mandate equality between men and women upon the dissolution of marriage and prohibit discrimination against women in ending a marriage, and given that the marriage and divorce system in Islamic societies is religious, based on the sacred texts of Islamic Sharia, Islamic countries have attempted in their national laws to grant women the right to end the marital bond in a manner consistent with international agreements on one hand, and not in conflict with Islamic Sharia on the other. This study highlights the efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in supporting women's right to unilaterally terminate a marriage, in line with the provisions of the international agreements to which the Kingdom is a party, while also adhering to the sacred Islamic texts relevant to this context. The Saudi legislator has selected jurisprudential interpretations and explanations of Islamic texts that support this direction, avoiding strict interpretations and opinions on this issue, to balance as much as possible between the provisions of Islamic Sharia and the demands of modernity and development. This has resulted in a means that aims to establish balance upon the dissolution of a marriage. The study concluded that Saudi Arabia has made significant progress in this area, and it can ensure more rights for women by exploring non-strict religious opinions and jurisprudential interpretations.

Legal and Judicial Problems for Divorce According to Algerian Law

Divorce is the dissolution of the marital bond between the parties, and it is either retroactive or irrevocable with minor or major evidence. It is one of the most frequently raised issues before the judiciary and raises many problems, the most important of which is the issue of proving divorce, especially with the ambiguity surrounding some of the articles that the legislator singled out for the issue of divorce and the difficulty of applying it judicially. However, it is shrouded in some ambiguity, especially with the existence of Article 49 of the Family Code, which considers that divorce can only be established by a ruling. Is the judgment in this case considered revealing or decided? Also, once a divorce from the husband occurs, its effects are achieved by dissolving the marital bond and the wife’s waiting period. This is from a legal point of view, but this contradicts what is stated in the legal texts. What are the procedures, if any?

Factors affecting support: experiences of Iranian older spousal caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and their support resources

Objectives Older spouses are a significant part of family caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and need support. Evidence suggests that different factors influence the support of older spousal caregivers. However, there is little evidence about these factors in developing countries like Iran. This study aimed to identify the factors affecting the support of Iranian older spousal caregivers of people with AD. Method This qualitative study used Graneheim and Lundman’s conventional content analysis approach. Through purposive sampling, 10 caregivers, three family members, and three professionals were recruited from various cognitive clinics and centers. In-depth and semi-structured interviews were used to collect data and continued until conceptual saturation was achieved. Results Two themes were derived from the data as factors affecting support, which included (1) caregiver’s support-seeking (complexity of the patient’s condition, caregiver’s geriatric health, the burden of caring for a spouse with AD, marital bond quality, caregiver’s support-phobic beliefs, caregiver’s awareness of care) and (2) capacities of support resources (supportive family, supportiveness of society, formal systems’ capability to provide support services). Conclusion The present study provided practical information about the factors influencing the support of older spousal caregivers. Healthcare providers and policymakers can use these concepts to improve the support process by strengthening caregivers’ support-seeking motivation and enhancing capacities in support resources.

Tinjauan Yuridis Terhadap Putusnya Hubungan Perkawinan Akibat Perceraian yang Disebabkan oleh Perilaku Gemar Berjudi Ditinjau Berdasarkan Undang-Undang Perkawinan dan Hukum Islam

Divorce represents the dissolution of the marital bond between husband and wife within a household. Divorce can only occur when there are strong reasons justifying the decision. One reason that can lead to divorce, according to the Marriage Law and the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI), is due to one party's addiction to gambling. This is reflected in the Batam Religious Court Decision Number 150/Pdt.G/2022/PA.Batam. This study aims to understand and analyze gambling as a reason for divorce, as well as the legal protection for the wife in a divorce caused by her husband's gambling addiction, based on the Marriage Law and the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI). This research employs a normative juridical approach with descriptive analytical specifications. The research methods used in this study include library research and field research through interviews. The data analysis method employed is qualitative juridical analysis. The research results indicate that, first, the lawsuit in the Batam Religious Court Decision Number 150/Pdt.G/2022/PA.Batam is in accordance with the provisions of Article 19 letter a of the Government Regulation on the Implementation of the Marriage Law in conjunction with Article 116 letter a of the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI). Second, as a preventive measure to protect the rights of the wife and children in a divorce caused by gambling addiction, the wife can include claims regarding custody and support for herself in the divorce petition. After the divorce decree is issued, the wife can also file a lawsuit regarding the division of marital property.

STRATEGI DINAS PENGENDALIAN PENDUDUK DAN KELUARGA BERENCANA KOTA BEKASI DALAM MEMBANGUN KETAHANAN DAN KESEJAHTERAAN KELUARGA PERSPEKTIF HUKUM KELUARGA ISLAM

This study aims to identify the strategies for building family resilience and welfare by the Population Control and Family Planning Agency (DPPKB) of Bekasi City and to understand these strategies from the perspective of Islamic Family Law. This research employs a qualitative method with a socio-juridical approach and descriptive analysis techniques. The study reveals that family resilience and welfare are among the objectives of family formation in Islamic Family Law. In Islamic Family Law, family welfare is depicted in the concepts of Sakīnah, Mawaddah, and Raḥmah, generally referring to conditions of tranquillity, love, and compassion. Family resilience is also strongly emphasized with provisions regarding the rights and obligations of each family member, including the stipulations on divorce, which underscore the sanctity and strength of marital bonds. Divorce is considered highly undesirable in Islam, and guidelines for family life are provided, ranging from preparation for marriage to raising better future generations. The strategies employed by the DPPKB of Bekasi City in building family resilience and welfare align significantly with the values of Islamic Family Law, particularly in general aspects. However, in detail, these strategies do not fully encompass the comprehensive concepts of family formation and development as outlined in Islamic Family Law.

Self-Silencing and Mental Well-being in Married Individuals

The present study investigated the relationship between self-silencing, co-dependency and mental wellbeing in married individuals. The objectives of this study were to explore the relationship between self-silencing, codependency and mental wellbeing in married individuals; and to investigate the mediating role of co-dependency between self-silencing and mental wellbeing in them. The total sample of the study comprised of 154 married individuals, including equal number of men and women, selected through convenient sampling strategy. The survey forms were sent online to the participants via interactive social media networks. Data was collected from the participants using the Mental Health Continuum Short Form, Self-Silencing Scale, and Spann Fischer Co-Dependency Scale. Pearson Product Moment correlation was computed which revealed a positive correlation between self-silencing and codependency, and a negative correlation between self-silencing, codependency and mental wellbeing in married individuals. Co-dependency was found to be the negative predictor of mental wellbeing. Moreover, co-dependency was found to be a significant mediator between self-silencing and mental wellbeing. These findings contribute to the behavioral sciences by providing evidence that the experience of self-silencing and co-dependency can negatively affect mental well-being of married individuals. As a result, it may impact their intimate marital bond.

Proposing Mental Health Awareness Inputs for Marital Relations

One of the seven sacraments which arises from the ministry of Christ and continued by the Catholic Church is the Sacrament of Matrimony. Given that Matrimony is a sacrament, the Church recognizes the importance of the marital bond in couples (unitive) and their participation in the divine creative power (procreative). The Church is aware of the factors surrounding and affecting the integrity of the marriage of Catholic couples. It is aware of all the challenges faced by every couple that often leads to their separation, annulment, or divorce. (Elsig, 2023) says that ongoing unresolved conflict is harmful. When there are continued arguments in a relationship, research shows it restricts the processes that lead to good mental health. This suggests that marital brokenness is attributed to several factors that include the mental disposition of either spouse. It is in this regard that this research explores the possible integration of inputs for mental health awareness in Catholic marriages for couples who are in their early years in marriage. A meta-review of related literature citing the causes, effect, threats, and remedies relative to mental health issues affecting married couples shall be undertaken. These materials shall be discussed in terms of their practical catechetical value through the Catechism of the Catholic Church on Marriage. Through these various related literatures, the researchers hope to contribute towards the improvement of understanding the relationship between mental health issues and marital relations.

Muslim Women's Experiences with Infertility: A Literature Review.

Infertility affects one in six women worldwide, playing a large role on an individual's psychosocial wellbeing and quality of life. The purpose of this review was to examine the experiences of Muslim women with infertility. A Prisma-guided literature review was conducted in Scopus, CINAHL, PubMed, Embase, PsychInfo, and Google Scholar. Sample inclusion criteria included research that examined the psychosocial consequences of infertility in women, used a qualitative design, were from a Muslim majority country or specified participants were Muslim, and were published in the English-language since 2013. Thematic analysis was used to synthesize the findings into themes. Fourteen qualitative studies that explored the experiences of Muslim women with infertility were included for analysis. Women's responses were categorized into three focus areas: (1) emotional responses, (2) interpersonal relationships, and (3) social relationships. From these focus points, six overarching themes were identified that illustrated the challenges faced by Muslim women experiencing infertility: (1) identity crisis, (2) low self-esteem and depression, (3) abuse and harassment, (4) a weakened marital bond, (5) stigma, and (6) social exclusion and isolation . Review of the literature provided an initial entrée into understanding the experiences of Muslim women with infertility. Understanding the unique role of infertility within a religious community equips nurses and other providers with the knowledge that discussions surrounding infertility must be conducted with cultural sensitivity. Further research should be conducted to explore and offer culturally tailored educational materials that align with the religious preferences of Muslim women.

KEDUDUKAN HARTA BAWAAN (HARTA ASAL) DALAM PROSES PERALIHAN HAK MENURUT PRESPEKTIF UNDANG-UNDANG NOMOR 1 TAHUN 1974 TENTANG PERKAWINAN

Marriage is a legal relationship that is a legal relationship between a man and a woman who have fulfilled the requirements of marriage according to the provisions, for as long as possible. The position of property in the marriage is different, so that it will result in different rights to the property. Not all marriages run smoothly, so that it can result in the termination of marital relations either due to the death of one of the parties (divorce dead) or divorce (divorce alive). One of the legal consequences of a marital bond is the formation of marital property. The classification of marital property is included in the problem, resulting in difficulties or harm to third parties in the event of a transfer of rights.

RESIKO DAN PERLINDUNGAN HUKUM TERHADAP KEMULYAAN MANUSIA AKIBAT PERKAWINAN LIAR

Marriage is the inner bond between a man and a woman as husband and wife with the aim of forming a happy and eternal family based on the one and only godhead. To ensure happiness in the marital bond, state involvement is necessary. Marriages that are registered with state institutions receive legal protection with various problems arising from marriage such as income and inheritance rights. While marriages that are not registered with state institutions, the consequences do not get legal certainty which results in the unprotection of all rights such as child maintenance if they divorce, inheritance rights and property. The reality is that there are still many marriages that are not registered with state institutions, this will result in legal uncertainty.

The Woman’s Struggles in Searching for Gender Equality Depicted in the Novel “Bekisar Merah” by Achmad Tohari

Currently, women on the island of Java have experienced extraordinary developments in social life so that they feel extraordinary freedom and are even considered excessive (overcapacity), giving rise to their own unrest in the gender struggle. Therefore, this research aims to discuss the representation of Javanese women and the struggle for gender equality in a patriarchal system in the novel “Bekisar Merah” by Ahmad Tohari. This research uses a descriptive method and uses a qualitative approach carried out by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana (2018) in analyzing the data. The main data in this article are sentences, phrases and paragraphs of the novel. The research results show that in seeking gender equality, Lasi faces struggles in maintaining marital bonds, consistently maintaining identity and self-esteem, being free from sexual temptation, and the struggle to find true love in the real world. This research reveals that loyalty and integrity towards family is a priority in the struggle for gender equality. This research implies that to achieve gender equality requires steadfastness in good principles and values.

Family Bonds and Womb Ties and Their Contact with Reality for Shaarawy

Objectives: This study takes extreme care about preservation of families ties which are emphasized by Qur'an in order to preserve the community because the family is the nucleus of a society.
 Methods: The study followed a thematic approach, where the study mentioned the Quranic verse, then proceeded with the realistic analysis of the verse, the intended meaning in this verse, and the statements of the commentators on it.
 Results: So, these realistic touches make the marital bonds stronger and cut off anything that makes them in conflict to achieve families’ ties. Moreover, the study found that one of the signs of faith is the connection of the womb among Muslims, and through it we can establish solidarity among the community, spreading affection and mercy. In addition to that it was found that one of the sciences that Sha'arawi has transmitted to this nation is the science of interpretation.
 Conclusions: Preserving family ties and maintaining kinship relationships are matters strongly encouraged by Islamic teachings. When we adhere to these principles, we strengthen the bonds between families and relatives. The legislation of laws concerning kinship ties and family bonds stems from the importance given to these aspects by Islamic teachings. The Islamic household, when fragmented, becomes susceptible to the influence of destructive ideas propagated by malevolent forces. Therefore, figures like Sheikh Al-Shaarawy paid significant attention to Quranic verses that emphasize these issues, stressing the necessity of vigilance and caution regarding their negative consequences. This is what I will elucidate in this research.

Experiences of the older spousal caregivers of patients with cancer during palliative chemotherapy: a qualitative descriptive study

BackgroundSeveral studies have characterized the experiences of family members caring for patients undergoing chemotherapy; however, information about the experiences of older spousal caregivers with intensive caregiving burdens is unclear. Recently, more older patients have been diagnosed with cancer due to the aging population worldwide. Therefore, this study evaluated the patterns in the experiences of older spousal caregivers of patients undergoing palliative chemotherapy for advanced cancer.MethodsQualitative research using semi-structured interviews was used in this study involving 10 older spousal caregivers of patients undergoing palliative chemotherapy at a hospital providing advanced cancer care in Japan. The data obtained were analyzed qualitatively and inductively using thematic analysis by Braun and Clarke.ResultsFour themes were identified from the narratives of the participants in this study. The first theme was “getting used to living with the disease,” indicating that the older spouses gradually became accustomed to living with the patient through continued caregiving. The second theme was “deepening view of life and death,” indicating that the older spouses’ views of life and death were deepened by being confronted with patients’ quality of life until death. The third theme was “anxious about the future,” indicating the fear regarding the patient’s progressive diseases and anxiety pertaining to continuing care for the patient while dealing with their health problems. The final theme was “desire for a better rest of life,” indicating that the couple felt their bond was strengthened through caregiving and wishes to live well for the rest of their lives.ConclusionsThe patterns in the experience of older spousal caregivers caring for patients undergoing palliative chemotherapy indicated an aspect of rebuilding their lives as they became accustomed to caregiving, while strengthening their marital bond. The caregiving process involved a mix of emotions, including anxiety about the spousal caregiver’s health problems worsening. However, the caregivers recognized the value of their remaining time. Therefore, they had deep concern for the patient’s comfort, concealing their feelings so that the patient would feel comfortable. This study can contribute to understanding the challenges faced and support needed by older spousal caregivers.

The Community of the Biographical Dictionary: Qāḍī ʿIyāḍ’s Ghunya

Abstract Qāḍī ʿIyāḍ’s (d. 1149) Ghunya is a biographical dictionary of the scholars the Ceutan jurist studied with and an inventory of the texts he acquired through various modes of transmission. As a catalogue of authors, teachers, and texts, al-Ghunya describes a network of scholarship contemporary with the rise and fall of Almoravid rule, and a history of learning that extends back to the earliest days of Islam. The essay demonstrates the importance of scholarly lineages and how they overlapped with lineal and marital bonds and explores the affective dimension of scholarly affiliations, focusing on the text as an expression of community and a work of memory. The ways in which the text reflects and reinforces a metaphorical “kinship of learning” contributes to our understanding of social cohesion in the Almoravid era.

An ethnographic expose of Mithun-human interrelationship among the Kuki community of Northeast India

ABSTRACT Unrestrained consumption and a lack of a proper breeding ecosystem have depleted the variety and species count of mithun (Bos frontalis). Indigenous Kuki tribes have a unique relationship with mithun, reared in the semi-domestic countryside. For the Kuki community, a mithun is used during community festivals, as a bride price in marriages, to settle disputes, in land-deed covenants, and at death ceremonies. Mithun-human interrelationship lessens poverty, empowers community survival, guarantees the completion of critical cultural obligations, and maintains marital bonds in the Kuki community. The head of a mithun signifies solemnity and celebration in many cultural underpinnings. A white cock, a dog, a goat, a pig, and a mithun were sacrificial elements to appease the unseen spirits for good health and prosperity. While some Indigenous practices have faded with the arrival of Christianity, the cultural involvement of mithun persists to this date.

Aynı tarihte aynı serviste bulunan Covid-19 yatan hastaları ile sağlık çalışanlarında anksiyetenin karşılaştırılması

Aim: Demonstrating which population has the highest anxiety symptoms and its predictors is important for the coordination of psychiatric care and services. Hospitalized patients with Covid-19 and healthcare professionals caring for them are the two groups with the highest risk of psychiatric disorders during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. We aimed to assess the state and trait anxiety levels of Covid-19 patients and healthcare professionals simultaneously in the same Covid-19 ward of a tertiary center hospital.
 Materials and Methods: Given the nature of this observational single-center study, purposive sampling of all patients and staff in the Covid-19 ward between 5-10 April 2020 was planned. The data was collected via an online survey using “Sociodemographic Form” and “State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI)”.
 Results: The state anxiety levels of hospitalized patients with Covid-19 were significantly higher than healthcare workers in t-test (p = .012) however this was resolved in regression analysis (β = .029, t = .19, p = .85). Not being in a marital bond (p = .035) and having a lifetime psychiatric disorder (p = .002) were predictors of state anxiety; older age (p = .006), being female (p = .007) and having a lifetime psychiatric disorder (p = .002) were associated with trait anxiety scores in patients and healthcare workers in the Covid-19 ward.
 Conclusion: Having a lifetime psychiatric disorder was the common item for both state and trait anxiety of patients, doctors, and nurses in the Covid ward. Psychiatrists should be accessible in the Covid-19 ward primarily for individuals whom they evaluated or treated before the pandemic.

부부관계 유대감과 유아 정서조절능력의 관계

Objectives The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between Marital Bond, parents’ Parenting Efficacy and Preschool Children’s Emotional Regulation and to investigate Parenting Efficacy plays a mediating role in the relationship between Marital Bond and Preschool Children’s Emotional Regulation.
 Methods For this purpose, interview and surveys were conducted on 43 pairs of parents with young children aged 3-5 as children and teachers who teaching their children. The Marital Bond was interviewed using The Oral History Interview developed by Krokoff & Gottman (1984) and translated into Korean by Nahm Eun-young (2012), and Parental Parenting Efficacy was measured by parental reporting and Preschool Children’s Emotional Regulation was measured by teacher reporting. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 21.0 program. First, the correlation between marital Bond, parental parenting efficacy, and preschool children’s emotional regulation was examined, and then the mediating effect of parental parenting efficacy was analyzed.
 Results As a result of the study, first, it was found that there was a significant correlation between marital bond, mother’s parenting efficacy, and preschool children’s emotional regulation. However, the marital bond was not related to father’s parenting efficacy. Second, it was found that mother’s parenting efficacy partially mediated in the relationship between marital bond and preschool children’s emotional regulation. It can be seen that marital bond not only directly affects the process of affecting preschool children’s emotional regulation, but also indirectly affects the mother’s parenting efficacy.
 Conclusions These results suggested that marital relationships affect children's emotions through mothers, and discussed ways to improve marital relationships and mother’s parenting efficacy to foster children's emotional regulation. In addition, A future study is needed to examine the reason for not showing a significant relationship with father’s parenting efficacy.

Marital Bonds and Chains: An Examination of 19th Century Marriage as a Sexual Contract and its Impact on Women's Rights and Freedoms

This paper investigates the institution of marriage in the 19th century as a form of sexual contract and its implications on women's rights and freedoms. Utilizing a feminist historical perspective, the study examines the societal and legal constructs of marriage during this period and their role in the subjugation and oppression of women. The research also explores the rise in divorces during the 19th century as evidence of conflicts over the principles of marriage. The work and beliefs of Victoria Woodhull, a prominent women's rights advocate of the time, are analyzed, with a focus on her Free Love ideology that posited marriage as a form of sexual slavery for women. The paper concludes with a discussion on Woodhull's vision for a societal revolution in sexual matters and its relevance in the context of the evolution of women's rights and freedoms.