Attachment,Conflict Resolution,and Sexual Satisfaction in Adoptive Couples |
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Authors: | Erica Rouleau Adam Farero Tina Timm |
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Institution: | 1. Human Development and Family Studies Couple and Family Therapy, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA;2. rouleaue@msu.edu;4. School of Social Work, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA |
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Abstract: | AbstractAttachment theory affirms that one’s partner is vital to fostering support and security. It is important for adoptive couples to be mindful of this support because it is at the forefront of healthy family functioning. With a sample of adoptive couples (n?=?166), this study examines the influence of attachment style on conflict resolution and sexual satisfaction. Significant findings indicate that an avoidant attachment style is directly associated with lower conflict resolution and sexual satisfaction. Better conflict resolution significantly predicts greater sexual satisfaction. These findings demonstrate the importance of establishing a more secure romantic attachment in clinical work with adoptive couples. |
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Keywords: | Couples adoption attachment quantitative |
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