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Title: Married Individuals' Attitudes Toward Family and Couple Therapy: A Qualitative Study in the Turkish Context.
Authors: Kaya, Nurevşah (AUTHOR), Yavuz Güler, Çiğdem (AUTHOR)
Source: American Journal of Family Therapy. 2026, Vol. 54 Issue 4, p506-527. 22p.
Subjects: Family psychotherapy, Intellect, Empathy, Family conflict, Prejudices, Qualitative research, Married women, Interviewing, Statistical sampling, Privacy, Social theory, Family relations, Help-seeking behavior, Judgment sampling, Age distribution, Married men, Couples counseling, Thematic analysis, Sound recordings, Client relations, Research methodology, Religion, Trust, Case studies, Interpersonal relations, Psychosocial factors, Educational attainment, Social stigma, Medical ethics, Time
Geographic Terms: Türkiye
Abstract: This qualitative study explored married individuals' attitudes and perceptions toward family and couple therapy. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 participants of varying ages, occupations, and marriage durations, and the data were analyzed thematically. Findings indicated generally positive attitudes toward couples therapy, alongside significant barriers to seeking help, including privacy concerns, social stigma, traditional coping strategies, financial difficulties, lack of information, and misconceptions about therapy. Younger, more educated, and relationally open participants viewed therapy more favorably, whereas older individuals showed greater resistance. Identifying personal, cultural, and social factors influencing help-seeking may reduce barriers and promote professional support for couples. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: This qualitative study explored married individuals' attitudes and perceptions toward family and couple therapy. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 participants of varying ages, occupations, and marriage durations, and the data were analyzed thematically. Findings indicated generally positive attitudes toward couples therapy, alongside significant barriers to seeking help, including privacy concerns, social stigma, traditional coping strategies, financial difficulties, lack of information, and misconceptions about therapy. Younger, more educated, and relationally open participants viewed therapy more favorably, whereas older individuals showed greater resistance. Identifying personal, cultural, and social factors influencing help-seeking may reduce barriers and promote professional support for couples. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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