Abstract
Since Extension agents work with a variety of families, there is a desperate need to further our understanding of how to educate diverse communities on a familyrelated topic. Focused on assisting those teaching marital education to a diverse population, this study attempts to understand how individual differences impact relationship satisfaction and marital communication. Based on John Gottman’s research on marital communication and John Lee’s six love styles, 653 participants completed a survey to further understanding of the relationship between inter- and intrapersonal variables. Results revealed that marital communication and love styles accounted for 54.6% of the variance in marital satisfaction regardless of difference in demographics. Results of this study provide a resource for educators and practitioners to use with diverse clientele, while also emphasizing the need to understand both intra- and interpersonal variables when working with families.
Recommended Citation
Kimberly, C.,
&
Werner-Wilson, R.
(2013). From John Lee to John Gottman: Recognizing Intra- and Interpersonal Differences to Promote Marital Satisfaction.
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension, 1(2), 4.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54718/NNHN5184
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