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A marital disorder refers to persistent problems between spouses that cause emotional distress, disrupt daily functioning, and negatively affect family life. It may include issues like constant arguing, emotional neglect, mistrust, infidelity, or communication breakdown.
Marital disorders refer to chronic issues within a marital or committed partnership that cause emotional distress and impact well-being.
Power struggles or control issues. Lack of shared goals or values ,Co-existing mental health concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety)
Marital distress can significantly affect individual mental health and family dynamics, and therapy may help resolve conflicts and improve relationship satisfaction.
• Poor communication skills
• Unresolved personal traumas or mental health issues
• Cultural or value differences
• Stress from finances, parenting, or external responsibilities
• Lack of emotional connection or unmet needs
• Substance abuse or infidelity
• History of abusive relationships or family dysfunction
• Couples Therapy (also called marital counseling)
• Uses approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, or Cognitive Behavioral Couples Therapy (CBCT)
• Individual therapy (to address personal mental health issues impacting the relationship)
• Conflict resolution training and communication skill-building
• Marriage retreats or workshops
• In some cases, separation counseling or therapy for amicable divorce
Not always. While therapy can help improve communication, rebuild trust, and rekindle connection, some relationships may have irreparable harm or incompatibility. Therapy can still help couples decide the healthiest path forward, whether it’s healing or separation.
Cultural beliefs influence how couples view marriage, handle conflict, assign roles, and express emotions. Therapists must consider these cultural dynamics when providing care. In some cultures, stigma around therapy or separation can delay treatment.
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