Degree Type
Thesis
Date of Award
2012
Degree Name
Master of Science
Department
Human Development and Family Studies
First Advisor
Daniel Russell
Second Advisor
Megan Murphy
Abstract
Variables such as relationship duration are often overlooked when trying to intervene with dissatisfied couples, making it important to evaluate the significance of such variables on overall relationship satisfaction. This study looked at the impact of length of relationship on conflict communication and relationship satisfaction. Hierarchical regression analyses revealed no significant relationship between length of relationship and relationship satisfaction for either males or females. However, length of relationship did impact males' perceptions of conflict communication which in turn significantly predicted relationship satisfaction. This finding indicates that conflict communication should be further researched for its impact on relationship satisfaction.
Copyright Owner
Michelle Raye Stewart
Copyright Date
2012
Language
en
Date Available
2012-10-31
File Format
application/pdf
File Size
40 pages
Recommended Citation
Stewart, Michelle Raye, "The Impact of Length of Relationship on Conflict Communication and Relationship Satisfaction in Couples" (2012). Graduate Theses and Dissertations. 12474.
https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/etd/12474
