Contributing Factors Leading to Couples’ Decisions to Participate in Premarital Preparation: Contextual and Individual Influences

Fogarty, Kate; Mayberry, Jonnali C.; Smith, Suzanna; Echevarria-Doan, Silvia

doi:10.26536/fsr.2010.15.02.03

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“…Recently, the HBM has been applied to the literature of premarital counseling to determine what factors motivate or deter couples to participate in premarital counseling (Blair & Córdova, 2009; Fogarty, Mayberry, Smith, & Echevarria-Doan, 2010; Sullivan et al, 2004). Sullivan and colleagues (2004) examined 76 engaged couples, at least 6 months before marriage, to determine predictors of participating in premarital counseling.…”

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“…Specifically, perceived barriers were associated with a lower intent to participate for women. Fogarty et al (2010) retrospectively examined premarital counseling participation and perceived barriers with married, divorced, and separated participants. Similar to Sullivan and colleagues (2004) and Blair and Córdova (2009), participation in premarital counseling programs was lower for a higher number of perceived barriers, specifically inconvenience and cost of the program.…”

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Applying the Health Belief Model to Young Individuals’ Beliefs and Preferences About Premarital Counseling

Borowski

Tambling

2015

The Family Journal

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Research suggests that premarital counseling programs are effective; however, these programs are underutilized. In addition, little is known about beliefs and preferences of individuals prior to engaging in a committed relationship. This study examined the beliefs and preferences of premarital counseling with a sample of 249 young adults. Beliefs were examined in the context of the four main constructs of the Health Belief Model. Therapy preferences were also examined. Results suggest that perceived susceptibility, perceived barriers, and perceived benefits were unique predictors in the intention to participate. Specific barriers included the convenience of premarital counseling, viewing premarital counseling in terms of the relationship having problems, and the effectiveness of the premarital counseling leaders. Select therapy preferences included a leader/counselor that is trustworthy, professional, and experienced. In addition, young adults preferred to have the counseling close to work or home and have a maximum of six sessions with a cost of no more than US$150. Participants stated that communication, conflict resolution, and resolving differences were the most important topics to discuss in counseling. The results suggest that premarital programs should focus on diminishing the barriers and increasing the benefits for individuals. Programs should also acknowledge certain populations might have different counseling preferences and modify the programs accordingly in order to increase participation.

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Applying the Health Belief Model to Young Individuals’ Beliefs and Preferences About Premarital Counseling

Borowski

Tambling

2015

The Family Journal

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“…The results of the study showed a significant difference in the mean score of knowledge, attitude and practice of Various studies have also shown the effect of pre-marital education and counseling on increasing and promoting the knowledge and attitude of couples (15,16,(33)(34)(35)(36)(37)(38). The study conducted by Massoudi et al suggests that education using new technologies such as mobile phones can be effective in parallel with face-to-face education (39).…”

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Effect of a Mobile Application intervention on Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Related to Healthy Marriage among Youth in Iran

Torkian

Mostafavi

Pirzadeh

2020

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Background:Pre-marriage counseling coupled with enriching the couple's relationships skills can lead to better relationships. New approaches and programs are being developed today to improve youth skills. Mobile app education is one of the new educational models in this field. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of mobile app intervention on knowledge, attitude and practice of youth for healthy marriage.Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted in 2019 on 88 young people (44 couples) who were selected by convenience sampling from youth referred to the premarital counseling center of Falavarjan city (Isfahan). At first, the pre-marriage skills training and counseling app was designed and produced, then this app was installed on the intervention group's cellphone. Data were collected using questionnaire based on the content of the app and its validity and reliability were confirmed. Data were analyzed using SPSS (20) and paired t-test and independent t-test were applied. Results:The mean (SD) of couples' age was 21.11 (5.06) years. The results showed that after installation of educational consulting app in the intervention group, the mean score of knowledge (P = 0.001), attitude (P = 0.001), and practice (P = 0.001) after intervention were significantly higher than before the intervention. Conclusion: The results of the study showed that using mobile-based educational and counseling app increases couples' knowledge, attitude and practice in pre-marital education. Therefore, it is recommended that this type of education (mobile app) be used to promote pre-marriage education classes.

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“…The research on attitudes and behavior with CRE programs has been mixed. Some data have shown little connection between attitudes and relationship services participation (Fleming & C ordova, 2012), and other data have shown that attitudes are an important mechanism leading to CRE program attendance (Fogarty, Mayberry, Smith, & Echevarria-Doan, 2010;Sullivan, Pasch, Cornelius, & Cirigliano, 2004).…”

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How Do Time and Vocational Stress Influence Attitudes Toward Couple Relationship Education?

Burr

Gardner

Cox

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Family & Consum Sci Res J

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Recruitment issues are common in couple relationship education (CRE). Hence, learning more about factors shaping attitudes toward CRE could aid with these efforts. This study used dyadic data techniques to assess how common recruitment barriers are associated with attitudes toward CRE. The study also investigated differences by gender and income in a sample of 99 couples. Results show that time pressure influenced attitudes toward CRE differently for male and female partners, and time and vocational stressors were more impactful for those with higher incomes. The findings underscore the need to implement CRE marketing efforts reflective of the attitudes and needs of the audience.

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Contributing Factors Leading to Couples’ Decisions to Participate in Premarital Preparation: Contextual and Individual Influences

Cited by 5 publications

References 30 publications

Applying the Health Belief Model to Young Individuals’ Beliefs and Preferences About Premarital Counseling

Applying the Health Belief Model to Young Individuals’ Beliefs and Preferences About Premarital Counseling

Effect of a Mobile Application intervention on Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Related to Healthy Marriage among Youth in Iran

How Do Time and Vocational Stress Influence Attitudes Toward Couple Relationship Education?

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