Document Type
Thesis - University Access Only
Award Date
2006
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Communication Studies and Theatre
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the classical and unique relationship tensions marital partners of nonresidential stepfamilies experience. Grounded in relational dialectical theory, transcripts from interviews of five nonresidential stepfamily couples were analyzed using qualitative content analysis to search for and identify dialectical tensions experienced and coping strategies utilized by the participants. Relational dialectical tensions were illustrated in every interview. Tensions were present not only between the relationship partners, but also in regard to the nonresidential children. Participants utilized a variety of coping strategies to deal with the relationship tensions experienced in their marriage within a nonresidential stepfamily setting.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Stepfamilies -- Psychological aspects
Remarriage -- Psychological aspects
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
151
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
DeGreeff, Becky, "Weekend Warriors : Relational Dialectical Tensions and Coping Strategies of Marital Partners in Nonresidential Stepfamilies" (2006). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1251.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd2/1251