Marriage Preparation Research Articles

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.

Impact of Parenting Patterns Against Early Marriage

This article explores the impact that parents' parenting styles have on the tendency for early marriage in their children. In-depth research has revealed that parents' approach to raising children can have a major influence on children's perspectives, decisions and attitudes towards marriage in the future. From a rigid authoritarian parenting style to a supportive authoritative approach, as well as a permissive parenting style that tends to be loose, this article discusses how each of these parenting styles can shape a child's view of the institution of marriage. The analysis also includes the influence of family communication, the values that instilled, as well as the level of parental involvement in the child's life regarding marriage preparations. A number of relevant studies and scientific findings will be described to support the claim that parenting styles play a crucial role in encouraging or inhibiting the tendency for early marriage. This article seeks to provide a better understanding of how parental parenting styles can form the basis of children's decisions regarding marriage. The conclusion of this article provides in-depth thoughts about efforts that can be made, both in family education and parental guidance, to form parenting patterns that support their children to make more mature marriage decisions in the future.

The Influence of Media on Knowledge about Marriage Preparation and Family Planning in Adolescent

ABSTRAK Latar Belakang : Tingginya angka pernikahan dan perceraian di Indonesia khususnya di daerah DKI Jakarta disebabkan oleh kurangnya kesiapan menikah baik secara fisik, mental, maupun social untuk bersama dalam mengemban kewajiban dalam keluarga. Tujuan : Untuk mengetahui perbandingan pengetahuan dan efektivitas penggunaan media audio visual dan ceramah terhadap tingkat pengetahuan ramaja tentang persiapan dan perencanaan berkeluarga di wilayah Jakarta Pusat dan Sulawesi Selatan. Metode : Penelitian ini menggunakan metode quasi experiment dengan desain cross sectional. Populasi penelitian ini adalah Remaja di wilayah SMAN 5 Jakarta Pusat dan MAN 1 Makassar, penentuan besar sampel di hitung menggunakan rumus uji hipotesis beda 2 proporsi, penentuan sampel dengan purposive sampling dan di dapatkan masing masing 30 responden untuk remaja di SMAN 5 Maksassar dan 30 responden untuk remaja di MAN 1 Makassar.. Data diuji dengan uji statistik paired t-test dan sample t-test dan menggunakan bantuan program SPSS. Hasil penelitian: Terdapat pengaruh media audio visual terhadap peningkatan pengetahuan remaja di SMAN 5 Jakarta dan MAN 1 Makassar (p=0,00) Saran : Penelitian ini dapat digunakan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan remaja dan pasangannya sebelum memasuki dunia pernikahan untuk memahami pentingnya perencanaan berkeluarga sehingga dapat merencanakan kehidupannya setelah berumah tangga dengan lebih baik dan matang sehingga meminimalisir terjadinya perceraian. Kata Kunci : Persiapan Berkeluarga, Pengetahuan, Dewasa Muda.

The Efficacy of Web-Based Marriage Preparation Education for Premarital Couples

The Efficacy of Web-Based Marriage Preparation Education for Premarital Couples

IMPLEMENTASI BIMBINGAN PERKAWINAN PRA NIKAH DI KUTAI KARTANEGARA KALIMANTAN TIMUR

Pre-marital marriage guidance by the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA) is not just a series of formal meetings, but an integral part of the mental, spiritual, and practical preparation for prospective couples before marriage. This program is responsible for providing comprehensive guidance and insights for those embarking on the journey of life together as husbands and wives. With that said, this research focused on the effectiveness of the materials and approaches used in the guidance, as well as the responses and perceptions of prospective couples, offering a profound view of the crucial role this program plays in marriage preparation. The research employed qualitative methods with a case study approach, utilizing direct observation, interviews with KUA officials, prospective couples attending the guidance, and guidance counselors as data sources. The findings highlighted the significant role of this program in preparing prospective couples holistically. The materials and approaches employed played a pivotal role in their physical, mental, and spiritual readiness for marriage. Positive responses from prospective couples indicated the success of the program, although challenges like program adjustments and continuous evaluation need attention to enhance its future effectiveness. The research underscored the need for ongoing development of marriage guidance programs to make them more beneficial and relevant to prospective couples.

Support for Engaged Couples in Preparation for a Catholic Marriage

Marriage can be solemnised in a non-religious setting, through a declaration given before a civil servant. Alternatively, it may incorporate a religious dimension and take place in a church, with an accompanying prayer, the presence of a priest, and a blessing. Quoting from the Old and New Testaments, the author highlights the fundamental aspects of marriage within the Catholic Church. The author also explores the tasks and characteristics of marriage, comparing the declaration made at the Registry Office for secular marriages with the vows exchanged during a church wedding. The article also draws attention to the premarital counselling offered by the Catholic Church, provided by priests and family life counsellors. This counselling is a valuable and necessary resource for engaged couples as they prepare for marriage and parenthood. It can help couples with two important tasks: expressing love and transmitting life.

Forgive, not forget: Exploring the influence of perception of dating infidelity to forgiveness behaviour in women

Infidelity in relationships is increasingly common in marriage and dating relationships. Its strong effect on mental health makes this topic worthy of further research, especially in perceptions of dating infidelity relationships. Perceptions of dating infidelity have three dimensions: ambiguous, deceptive, and explicit infidelity. This study uses a quantitative design with a total of 77 women and using convenience sampling. We analyzed using simple regression analysis. Data collection used The Forgiveness Scale and Perception of Dating Infidelity Scale. The results of this study indicate a significant negative effect between the perception of dating infidelity and forgiveness behavior in the women population who are victims of infidelity value F(1,75) = 5,114, p= 0.027, adj. R2= 0.051, and regression coefficient (β=-0,091). Ambiguous behavior F(1,75) = 4,582, p= 0.036, adj. R2= 0.045, and regression coefficient (β=-0,077) and deceptive behavior F(1,75) = 4,035, p= 0.048, adj. R2= 0.038, and regression coefficient (β=-0,054) dimensions have a significant relationship with forgiveness. Whereas explicit behavior is not significant F(1,75) = 1,425, p= 0.236, adj. R2= 0.006, and regression coefficient (β=-0,028). This research is an initial study on the perception of dating infidelity in Indonesia. It can be expected to be helpful as a study material in designing educational activities such as preventing infidelity in marriage preparation.

Marriage preparation, pastoral accompaniment, and relationship quality among migrant and intercultural couples in the Netherlands

This quantitative survey among migrant and intercultural couples in the Netherlands investigates the relationships between marriage preparation, pastoral accompaniment and relationship quality. Relationship quality may be negatively influenced by a process of cultural transition, by instability of the relationship itself or by underdeveloped communication skills between partners. Participants (n=223) have been married in the Catholic Church between 1995 and 2021. Correlations between various religious and spiritual activities and relationship quality have been calculated through linear regression analysis. Results show that overall, migrant couples and intercultural couples appreciate a more intensive, professional, and welcoming Marriage and Relationship Education (MRE) and pastoral accompaniment after marriage. It is also concluded that seeking reconciliation after a conflict (r=0.361) and experiencing forgiveness from one's spouse (r=0.188) are significantly associated with a higher perceived relationship quality. Finally, data indicate that migrants with a non-Western cultural background show a significant pattern of cultural defence (μ=-0,375) in comparison to Dutch people.

Preparations for Marriage in the Jewish and Catholic Traditions

In many churches nowadays, there has been a standardized approach to premarital counseling for couples involving social, pastoral, and psychological perspectives. In contrast, many rabbis and other Jewish officials still concentrate on legal aspects alone. The need for resolving important issues on the verge of wedlock is too often left to secular experts in law, psychology, or counseling. However, in recent years, this lack of formal training for marriage preparation has also been acknowledged by the Jewish clergy in order to incorporate it in the preparatory period before the bond is tied. This case study focuses on Jewish and Roman Catholic conceptions of marriage, past and present. We intend to do a comparative analysis of the prerequisites of religious marriage based on the assumption that both Judaism and the Roman Catholic Church have a distinct legal framework to assess marriage preparation.

4 criteria in preparation for marriage!

4 criteria in preparation for marriage!

4 criteria in preparation for marriage!

4 criteria in preparation for marriage!

Improving the reproductive health literacy of couples on the verge of marriage through the FOCUS-PDCA model: Mixed-method study.

Education and counseling during marriage is an opportunity to raise some issues needed by couples on the verge of marriage. This study was conducted with the aim of improving reproductive and sexual health literacy of couples on the verge of marriage. This study was a mixed-methods participatory action research conducted based on the Find, Organize, Clarify, Understand, Select-Plan, Do, Check, Act (FOCUS-PDCA) model in ninesteps during 2019-2020 in the city of Bandar Abbas. The Reproductive Health Literacy Scale and the Service Quality (SERVQUAL) Questionnaire were used to evaluate the interventions. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 26. A significance level of less than 0.05 was considered. The mean age of women and men participating in the quantitative part of the study was 21 ± 5 and 25.84 ± 3.9 years, respectively, which was similar to their counterparts in this part of the study, and the difference in the mean scores of reproductive health literacy before and after the changes in the program showed a significant difference (p > 0.001). The study results showed that, except for the understanding dimension, most participants were at an insufficient level in other dimensions of reproductive health literacy. The result of measuring the satisfaction of service recipients indicated good satisfaction in the two dimensions of warranty and accountability, and there was a gap in empathy, assurance, and tangibility dimensions, which the biggest gap was related to the empathy dimension. The changes made in improving the reproductive health literacy of couples were effective, which can be taken into consideration based on the added items in the current program of providing educational services in marriage preparation classes for couples.

LESSON LEARNT DARI PROSES PELATIHAN PERENCANAAN KEUANGAN KELUARGA

The problem of households in Brongkendik village is financial difficulty because they do not have a life goal. Several factors influence this, such as marriage customs, baby birth customs, "tomborgmagh" culture and other needs. "Tomborgmagh" is a culture of putting wealth to help families in preparation for marriage. The aim of this community service activity was to assist in preparing a financial plan based on a priority scale for the purpose of family life and welfare. This activity was carried out in the form of training for mothers of nutmeg production. The participatory action research method was the training method used, starting from the stages of determining life goals, budgeting, to the Tower arrangement game. Colored paper was the material used in the life goal setting stage, pencils and paper for the budgeting stage, and mineral water glasses to be used in the tower game. The results of this training showed that the nutmeg production women can develop a financial plan and they have a commitment to save

ЖОГОРКУ ОКУУ ЖАЙЛАРЫНЫН БҮТҮРҮҮЧҮЛӨРҮНҮН ҮЙ-БҮЛӨЛҮК ТУРМУШКА ДАЯРДЫГЫ

In the article, the main characteristics of the university graduates’ family modern institute and the result analysis of a pedagogical experiment on preparing university graduates for family life with an analysis on the formation of the family structure traditions of the Kyrgyz nation are considered. Graduates of Naryn State University named after S. Naamatov, Osh State University and K. Tynystanov Issyk-Kul State University on the pedagogical specialty were selected as the object of research. The concepts of marriage, preparation for marriage, choice of a spouse, search for a partner, family relations, rules of family life based on the enduring values and traditions of the Kyrgyz people, the importance of family life, the role of the education in personal qualities, keeping the rules of spouses in the family, relationships and socialization, achievement of goals and other questions are discussed. The levels of readiness for family life were determined and graduates’ views based on the criteria were compared. The pedagogical experiment included certain pedagogical conditions developed during the pedagogical experiment and their results after the pedagogical experiment.

Pemberdayaan Remaja dalam Menghadapi Persiapan Pernikahan di kelas Calon Pengantin (Catin)

Marriage is the beginning of healthy reproduction. The large number of divorce phenomena in teenage marriages and unhealthy pregnancies have increased maternal morbidity and mortality. This Community Service provides religious premarital education, conflict management psychology and healthy pregnancy preparation at the Karanganom Klaten health center. This Community Service uses lecture, question and answer and role play methods which will be completed on 1-3 July 2023. The target is teenage couples who are about to get married. The results of the service were obtained as many as 30 premarital couple participants took part in the Bride and Groom Candidate (Catin) class. It was found that the prospective bride and groom's knowledge before the catin training activity at the Karanganom Community Health Center was found to be 45.01 ± 11.24. After the catin training was carried out, the respondent's knowledge increased by 78.88 ± 12.61. The results of statistical tests show that there is a significant increase in knowledge. This means that youth training in marriage preparation is effective for prospective brides and grooms. This activity can be a community-based pre-marital education option that can be carried out independently or as part of an existing community empowerment initiative, such as a youth posyandu or youth organization.

Implementasi Persiapan Perkawinan di Paroki Bunda Hati Kudus Woloan

The preparation of marriage should be carried out in a gradual and continuous process, which must be given by the Shepherd of souls in the form of sermons and catechesis adapted from childhood, youth, and adulthood. However, according to initial observations made, researchers saw that in the Parish of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart of Woloan, marriage preparations are only given to people who have reported holding a wedding celebration. This encourages researchers to know and describe people's understanding of marriage preparation, describe the implementation of marriage preparation in the Parish of Mother of the Sacred Heart of Woloan, and describe efforts to improve the effectiveness of marriage preparation in the Parish of Mother of the Sacred Heart of Woloan. This research uses a type of descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The research techniques used for this study were observation, interviews, and documentation. The data sources are the marriage preparation team, prospective married couples, and married couples in the Parish of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart of Woloan. From the results of the research obtained, theresearchers concluded that marriage preparation is an initial process that must be taken by prospective married couples to get to know each other's duties and responsibilities as husband and wife, and understand what agreement they will build. In addition, in its application of the 3 forms of marriage preparation listed in the Apostolic Advice Familiaris Consortio number 66, namely far preparation, and close preparation, only 1 is applied in Woloan Parish, namely direct marriage preparation (preparatio directa). Therefore, in order to improve the effectiveness of marriage preparation, things such as improving the quality of the marriage preparation team, socialization about distant preparation, trying to procure close preparation courses, and always holding evaluation meetings for the marriage preparation team need to be done.

Health Education for Preconception Women's Care Using Leaflet Media in Wedding Preparation

<p><em>Educating women on aspects like physical changes, reproductive health, nutrition, fitness, and other crucial elements pertinent to marriage preparation through health education can offer accurate and updated information. The objective was to understand how health education through leaflet media impacts the knowledge and attitudes of women preparing for marriage. The research method employed a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design, specifically a one-group pretest posttest design. This research will take place in September 2023 and is located at the Plupuh I Sragen health center. The study involved 30 adolescents divided into two intervention groups: Pre Test and Post test, utilizing pamphlets as the educational medium.</em> <em>Data analysis utilizes independent sample T-tests . The analysis revealed significant results in both groups: the Pre Test group with a mean of 1.40 ± 0.498 and the Post test group with a Mean of 1.73 ± 0.450. The analysis exhibited a P-Value of 0.009 (< 0.05), indicating a noticeable influence of health education using leaflet media on the knowledge and attitudes of women in their childbearing years preparing for marriage. In conclusion, utilizing leaflets for education purposes can serve as an effective alternative strategy in providing comprehensive and impactful information during marriage preparation and researchers suggest combining leaflets with other educational media so that the process of providing education is more optimal</em></p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Keyword: Health education, Leaflet, Marriage knowledge, Women of childbearing age</em></strong></p>

OPINIONS OF TURKISH SOCIETY ON PHYSIOTHERAPIST CONSULTANCY FOR MATTRESS SELECTION: A QUALITATIVE FOCUS GROUP STUDY

Purpose: Numerous mattress manufacturers market their products as "orthopedic" with therapeutic capabilities, claiming that the right mattress can improve an individual's sleep and quality of life. In this qualitative focus group study, we aimed to investigate how customers see the mattress brand that provides physiotherapist support services and their experiences with mattress companies with different characteristics. Methods: Fifty participants were selected from women between the ages of 20 and 60 who were married or in preparation for marriage, and who had purchased a mattress or were in the research phase. The group discussion rules were determined and shared separately in all five groups. The data were thematically analyzed using the framework analysis approach. Results: Customers' perceptions about mattress brands and their thoughts on physiotherapist consultancy are understood by questions such as "what do you think about mattress brands?" and "what does physiotherapist consultancy for mattress selection mean to you?" These two themes will be presented and discussed. Conclusion: The physiotherapist consultancy was a service to satisfy consumer needs in terms of trust. An innovative service has been offered that can persuade the consumer to switch to the new and unknown New Brand. However, it is also possible that advertisements with health content, as previously experienced with other brands, have a negative effect on brand perception. For this reason, it may be more beneficial for the brand if physiotherapists who will work in the field act as life coaches rather than health professionals.

Identifying Factors Related to Divorce in Iranian Couples: A Case Study in Yazd, Iran

Background: Divorce is one of the most damaging social issues. Since the divorce rates are increasing rapidly, the current study evaluated the effects of factors leading to divorce.
 Methods: In this qualitative study, by using two-stage sampling method (purposive and snowball) 4 couples on the verge of divorce visiting consulting center and 8 experts with experience in the field of family and divorce in Yazd city were selected. Semi-structured interviews were used for data collection. The contents of the interviews were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using a content analysis method.
 Results: The experts who participated in this study included several marriage and divorce registrars, lawyers, and family counselors with over 10 years of experience in the field of family and divorce. The mean age of women on the verge of divorce was 33 ± 8.51 years and for men 37.2 ± 6.13 years. Fifty percent of the couples had a bachelor's degree and 62.5% of them were self-employed. Most of them had a marriage period of 5-10 years. A total of 23 codes were extracted from the interviews. The codes were organized into four main themes. Major topics included lack of preparation for marriage, psychological factors, unfavorable marital relationships, and social factors.
 Conclusion: The interference of families, extramarital relationships, early marriage and the lack of communication skills and media literacy are the most influential factors of divorce.

The Accommodation of Communication in the Family as an Adjustment of Cultural Values between Generations

Marriage is a cultural heritage based on a social system that forms certain habits. Generational differences in families often lead to diverse orientations and values regarding wedding rituals. Both mothers and daughters undertake Javanese marriage preparation, which may conflict with what they desire the marriage ceremony to include. These relationships are conflictual in preparing for the event because they involve two generations. This study aims to explore the communication that occurs between mothers and daughters in preparation for a wedding and is analyzed through a communication accommodation process lens. This study uses a qualitative approach, with in-depth interviews and observation as data collection techniques. A data analysis is conducted using thematic analysis techniques. The results indicate the existence of two contexts: the communication accommodation that takes place produces convergence that can solve problems between generations, and generational differences caused by changes in social culture cause differences in communication styles. The findings indicate that (1) marriage is a synchronous part of socializing for both mothers and daughters and (2) the emerging differences refer more to technical aspects. These findings show differences between generations in interpreting various things related to traditional weddings.