5060 부부 관계증진프로그램의 효과- 가족사회서비스 R&D 시범사업의 성과와 시사점 -

초록

This study examined the effectiveness and outcome of a preventive program developed to enhance the relationship for couples in their 50s and 60s. For this, the authors designed a six-session relationship education program that is facilitated by the principles of postmodern therapy and implemented it to 8 couples (N=16) at a public family agency. A quasi-experimental design was applied to examine the program effectiveness and a focus group interview were conducted on the participants for qualitative evaluation of their experience during and after intervention. The participants showed a significant increase in RHI post intervention and an overall satisfaction with the program format. They reported as the program outcome better understanding of the differences between the spouses, practicing of alternative ways of relating to each other, increased intimacy, and change in thoughts about self and the spouse. The program effect was reported to have extended to sense of relief about the relationship with their spouse, improved parent-child relationships, and increased positiveness in the relationship with their families of origin and others around them. In addition, mentioned as what sets this program apart from others were the focus on strengths and possibilities, use of interesting activities informed by the play metaphore, and more chances to interact with other participating couples.

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