Communication pattern, perceived dyadic trust and marital satisfaction in long distance married couples
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2024
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UMT, Lahore
Abstract
Marriage is considered as the relationship between two people. They share emotional bonds, physical and emotional intimacy, responsibilities, and a source of income, as well as to fulfill developmental duties and create a happy household and family. The aim of the study is to investigate the relationship between Communication Patterns, Perceived Dyadic Trust and Marital Satisfaction in Long Distance Married Couples. The study used a quantitative approach and correlational design to collect data from a sample of Long Distance Married Couples. The total participants (N=159) were selected from snowball sampling from different cities of Pakistan. The Participants completed a series of standardized tests including the Communication Pattern Scale Shafee and Subhan (2019) Dyadic Trust Scale Larzelere and Huston (1980) and Couple Satisfaction Index (Funk, J. L. & Rogge, R. D, 2007). Data analysis was involving descriptive statistics, correlation analysis and regression analysis between the variables. The findings of the study illustrate a positive relationship between Communication Pattern, Perceived Dyadic Trust and Marital Satisfaction. Multiple regression revealed that Communication Pattern and Perceived Dyadic Trust is a highly significant predictor of Marital Satisfaction. Gender differences revealed that there is no significant difference between factors of Communication Factors, Perceived Dyadic Trust and Marital Satisfaction. Education level indicates that there is significant difference between Communication Pattern, Perceived Dyadic Trust and Marital Satisfaction. It will help in making a strong base for further and extensive studies on long distance married couples.