MODERN TRENDS IN ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Keywords:
Marital satisfaction, pure culture families, mixed-culture families, social psychological factors, communication, conflict resolution, emotional intimacyAbstract
This article explores the social psychological characteristics of marital satisfaction in pure and mixed-culture families. It examines how cultural similarities in pure culture families contribute to mutual understanding and shared expectations, while cultural differences in mixed-culture families introduce unique challenges. The article emphasizes the importance of intercultural competence, adaptability, and effective communication in achieving marital satisfaction in mixed-culture families, offering insights into how couples can navigate cultural differences to build strong, satisfying relationships
References
Karney, B. R., & Bradbury, T. N. (1995). The longitudinal course of marital quality and stability: A review of theory, method, and research. Psychological Bulletin, 118(1), 3–34. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.118.1.
Reiter, S. F., & Gee, C. B. (2008). Marital satisfaction in interracial couples: Relationships between satisfaction, attributions, and communication. Journal of Couple & Relationship Therapy, 7(2), 125–142. https://doi.org/10.1080/15332690802107463
Rusu, P. P., & Turliuc, M. N. (2011). The role of empathy and emotion regulation in couples' satisfaction. Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences, 30, 1041–1045. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sbspro.2011.10.203
