Showing papers in "American Journal of Family Therapy in 2021"
TL;DR: The prison incarceration rate in the United States is the highest in the world with 650 people incarcerated per 100,000 as mentioned in this paper, and marriage and family therapists (MFTs) are rarely employed in prisons.
Abstract: The prison incarceration rate in the United States is the highest in the world with 650 people incarcerated per 100,000. Unfortunately, marriage and family therapists (MFTs) are rarely employed in ...
21 citations
TL;DR: Incarcerated coparenting involves negotiating rules, responsibilities, and contributions while a partner is incarcerated as discussed by the authors, using a structural family therapy lens and data from the Multi-site Family...
Abstract: Incarcerated coparenting involves negotiating rules, responsibilities, and contributions while a partner is incarcerated. Using a structural family therapy lens and data from the Multi-site Family ...
17 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors analyzed the relationship of differentiation of self with emotional self-regulation and anxiety, and the differences in these variables based on the sex and the age of the participants.
Abstract: This study analyzes the relationship of differentiation of self with emotional self-regulation and anxiety, and the differences in these variables based on the sex and the age of the participants. ...
13 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the Tadros Theory of Change can be used to work with incarcerated individuals and their families in order to change their behavior and to improve their health and well-being.
Abstract: An estimated 2.3 million individuals were incarcerated in the U.S. in 2018. This paper displays how The Tadros Theory of Change can be utilized to work with incarcerated individuals and their famil...
12 citations
TL;DR: In this article, a structural model of marital quality based on secure attachment style with mediating role of self-compassion, resilience, and dyadic perspective-taking is presented.
Abstract: The study aims at elaborating a structural model of marital quality based on secure attachment style with the mediating role of self-compassion, resilience, and dyadic perspective-taking. It was a ...
8 citations
TL;DR: Natural disasters can greatly impact the physical and psychological well-being of individuals, families, and communities as discussed by the authors, and the negative outcomes experienced by individuals are only the beginning of negative outcomes endured by them.
Abstract: Natural disasters can greatly impact the physical and psychological well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Experiencing the event is only the beginning of negative outcomes endured b...
8 citations
TL;DR: One of the most persistent and troubling health disparities is the underutilization of mental health services by individuals with marginalized aspects of their identity.
Abstract: One of the most persistent and troubling health disparities is the underutilization of mental health services by individuals with marginalized aspects of their identity. We provide a critical revie...
6 citations
TL;DR: The Social Graces framework is increasingly used within training institutions, as a means of encouraging learners to critically explore issues of social difference as discussed by the authors, and to attend to issues of power and...
Abstract: The Social Graces framework is increasingly used within training institutions, as a means of encouraging learners to critically explore issues of social difference. Attending to issues of power and...
6 citations
TL;DR: Sixtynine married couples who had a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) described their experiences in an online survey using Grounded theory thematic analysis and summative content analysi...
Abstract: Sixty-nine married couples who had a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) described their experiences in an online survey. Using Grounded theory thematic analysis and summative content analysi...
6 citations
TL;DR: This article assessed the cross-cultural relevance of Bowen Family Systems Theory by adapting and validating the Differentiation of Self Inventory - Revised in a sample of Greek Cypriots (N = 717).
Abstract: This study assessed the cross-cultural relevance of Bowen Family Systems Theory by adapting and validating the Differentiation of Self Inventory - Revised in a sample of Greek Cypriots (N = 717). R...
5 citations
TL;DR: The authors found that couples who have a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder experience more stress than parents of neurotypical children, and the purpose of their study was to understand the stress experiences of c...
Abstract: Couples who have a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder experience more stress than parents of neurotypical children. The purpose of this study is to understand the stress experiences of c...
TL;DR: The authors identify, synthetize and describe targeted parents' experiences of being alienated from their child/ren and two relevant themes emerged in regard to their experiences: targeted parents experiencing family violence before the alienation and what they experienced during the alienation.
Abstract: The aim of this study was to identify, synthetize and describe targeted parents’ experiences of being alienated from their child/ren. Fifty-four self-referred targeted parents were interviewed. Two relevant themes emerged in regard to their experiences: targeted parents experiencing family violence before the alienation and what they experienced during the alienation. Mental health and legal practitioners need to be aware that targeted parents have suffered the significant loss of their child/ren. Importantly, many parents experienced family violence before family separation and continue to experience coercion and control post family separation.
TL;DR: In this article, the authors explored the experiences of loneliness among older people in rural Emmena - Ghana, and conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 older people living at rural emmena.
Abstract: This study sought to explore the experiences of loneliness among older people in rural Emmena - Ghana. Semi-structured interviews were conducted among 10 older people living at rural Emmena. Some r...
TL;DR: In this paper, a descriptive study was conducted to determine the family burden and quality of life of parents with children with disabilities, which was carried out within special education and rehabilitation centers.
Abstract: This research was conducted to determine the family burden and quality of life of parents with children with disabilities. This descriptive study was carried out within special education and rehabi...
TL;DR: This article investigated the effectiveness of the combined approach of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) on improving intimacy and reduction in stress, and found that ACT and MBCT improved intimacy and reduced stress.
Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the combined approach of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) on improving intimacy and reduci...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors examined the link between discrimination, experiences of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts among a clinical sample of adult couple dyads (N = 49) using an actor-partner interde...
Abstract: This study examined the link between discrimination, experiences of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts among a clinical sample of adult couple dyads (N = 49). Using an actor-partner interde...
TL;DR: The Marital Selflessness Scale (MSS) as discussed by the authors is a dyadic measure that measures the importance of spirituality in couples' therapy, and is used for couples' self-care.
Abstract: Spirituality is an important factor in couples’ therapy, yet few tools exist for therapists to utilize in the context of couples therapy. The Marital Selflessness Scale (MSS), a dyadic measure is d...
TL;DR: Misinformation regarding parental alienation theory has been published many times in journals and books since the 1980s as discussed by the authors, and this article discusses a specific example of misinformation, i.e., variation...
Abstract: Misinformation regarding parental alienation theory has been published many times in journals and books since the 1980s. This article discusses a specific example of misinformation, i.e., variation...
TL;DR: This article investigated the role of perceived discrimination in the association between adverse childhood experiences and psychological distress in adulthood in a sample of individuals (n = 1.125) and found that perceived discrimination was associated with negative childhood experiences.
Abstract: The authors investigated the role of perceived discrimination in the association between adverse childhood experiences and psychological distress in adulthood in a sample of individuals (n = 125) a...
TL;DR: In this paper, a descriptive study aimed to determine the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the quality of sexual life of 242 females and 87 males in Turkey between May and June, 2016.
Abstract: This descriptive study aimed to determine the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the quality of sexual life.This study was conducted with 242 females and 87 males in Turkey between May and June, 2...
TL;DR: The research aimed to identify experiences and hopelessness levels of women receiving infertility treatment and found that women receiving fertility treatment are more likely to be depressed than those receiving other forms of treatment.
Abstract: The research aimed to identify experiences and hopelessness levels of women receiving infertility treatment. The quantitative sample included 276 women receiving infertility treatment at a universi...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors determined the relationship between the presence of depression and various socio-demographic characteristics and attachment styles of mothers with autistic children and found that depression was associated with the attachment style of mothers.
Abstract: The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between the presence of depression and various socio-demographic characteristics and attachment styles of mothers with autistic childre...
TL;DR: A growing body of research indicates pornography use can become problematic for adolescents and emerging adults as discussed by the authors, but little research has addressed how to treat problematic pornography use in therapi cation.
Abstract: A growing body of research indicates pornography use can become problematic for adolescents and emerging adults, but little research has addressed how to treat problematic pornography use in therap...
TL;DR: There are currently 700,000 carers caregiving for 850,000 people with dementia in Britain, with Bangladeshi caregivers three times more likely to provide family care compared with their White Briti as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: There are currently 700,000 carers caregiving for 850,000 people with dementia in Britain, with Bangladeshi caregivers three times more likely to provide family care compared with their White Briti
TL;DR: In the US, social isolation and loneliness are major public health concerns in the US and researchers have called for greater efforts to develop interventions to alleviate loneliness Latinxs may be susceptible to as discussed by the authors.
Abstract: Social isolation and loneliness are major public health concerns in the US, and researchers have called for greater efforts to develop interventions to alleviate loneliness Latinxs may be partic
TL;DR: In this paper, the influence of religiosity on the relationship between interracial Black-White couples' perceived discrimination and marital satisfaction was examined and found to be a significant factor in their perceived discrimination.
Abstract: The current study set out to examine the influence of religiosity on the relationship between interracial Black-White (IBW) couples’ perceived discrimination and marital satisfaction. Data from 178...
TL;DR: The Covid-19 pandemic has been affecting millions of individuals and dealing with the psychological impacts of the pandemic, including depression, anxiety, and stress, can negatively impact one's relation.
Abstract: The Covid-19 pandemic has been affecting millions of individuals. Dealing with the psychological impacts of Covid-19, including depression, anxiety, and stress, can negatively impact one’s relation...
TL;DR: The results show that symptoms in dysphoric mood and posttraumatic stress were contributed exclusively by the trauma experience of self, symptoms in sexual difficulties exclusively by partner trauma experiences, while symptoms in self-dysfunction were contributed by both.
Abstract: Using a sample of 107 clinical couples in which both had experienced childhood trauma, the study investigated if and to what extent each spouse’s trauma symptoms and relationship satisfaction were ...
TL;DR: In this paper, the role of the attachment bond in affair recovery was investigated and individual qualitative and quantitative information was collected from the participants in a study conducted at the University of Southern California.
Abstract: Infidelity is an attachment injury as it shatters basic assumptions about one’s relationship. This study investigated the role of the attachment bond in affair recovery. Individual qualitative inte...
TL;DR: This article explored whether young adults' priorities in their life plans (career or marriage) are predicted by marital salience, marital readiness status, self-efficacy in making a career plan and...
Abstract: This study explored whether young adults’ priorities in their life plans (career or marriage) are predicted by marital salience, marital readiness status, self-efficacy in making a career plan and ...