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Behtoei S, Golshani F, Baghdasarians A, Emamipour S. (2024). Presenting a Model of Compromise and Withdrawal of Divorce in Couples Applying for Consensual Divorce: A Grounded Theory Study. IEEPJ. 6(1), 329-355. doi:10.22034/6.1.329
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1- Ph.D. Candidate Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
2- Assistant Professor of Psychology Group, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran ,fa_golshan@yahoo.com
3- Assistant Professor of Psychology Group, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
4- Associate Professor of Psychology Group, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
2- Assistant Professor of Psychology Group, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran ,
3- Assistant Professor of Psychology Group, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
4- Associate Professor of Psychology Group, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Abstract: (2738 Views)
Objective: The current investigation was carried out to explore the underlying reasons behind compromise and withdrawal of divorce among couples seeking consensual separation.
Methods: A qualitative approach was employed in this study, utilizing the grounded theory method. The sample consisted of 9 couples who had sought services at the West Tehran Health Center, specifically those who had retracted their decision for consensual divorce in 2022, chosen through purposive sampling. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews, with data analysis following the systematic framework proposed by Strauss and Corbin (1990).
Results: Through the open, axial, and selective coding processes, various concepts emerged including causal, contextual, intervening conditions, strategies, and consequences. The central category identified in the research findings was the notion of compromise with existing circumstances and the decision to sustain the cohabitation process. Causal conditions encompassed financial constraints, parental responsibilities, second chances, fear of solitude, lack of support, and indecision regarding divorce. Contextual conditions included dependent personalities, family conflicts, decision-making dilemmas, and uncertainties. Interfering conditions involved cultural and social influences, limited opportunities, and lack of individual autonomy. Upon comprehensive analysis of the paradigmatic model categories, a conclusion was drawn.
Conclusions: . The findings highlighted the efficacy of adaptive strategies such as compromise, self-regulation, counseling, and professional assistance in fostering satisfaction and continuation of cohabitation, contrasting with ineffective strategies like avoidance and destructive behaviors that led to dissatisfaction with shared lives.
Methods: A qualitative approach was employed in this study, utilizing the grounded theory method. The sample consisted of 9 couples who had sought services at the West Tehran Health Center, specifically those who had retracted their decision for consensual divorce in 2022, chosen through purposive sampling. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews, with data analysis following the systematic framework proposed by Strauss and Corbin (1990).
Results: Through the open, axial, and selective coding processes, various concepts emerged including causal, contextual, intervening conditions, strategies, and consequences. The central category identified in the research findings was the notion of compromise with existing circumstances and the decision to sustain the cohabitation process. Causal conditions encompassed financial constraints, parental responsibilities, second chances, fear of solitude, lack of support, and indecision regarding divorce. Contextual conditions included dependent personalities, family conflicts, decision-making dilemmas, and uncertainties. Interfering conditions involved cultural and social influences, limited opportunities, and lack of individual autonomy. Upon comprehensive analysis of the paradigmatic model categories, a conclusion was drawn.
Conclusions: . The findings highlighted the efficacy of adaptive strategies such as compromise, self-regulation, counseling, and professional assistance in fostering satisfaction and continuation of cohabitation, contrasting with ineffective strategies like avoidance and destructive behaviors that led to dissatisfaction with shared lives.
Type of Study: Original |
Subject:
Evolutionary Psychology
Received: 2023/01/20 | Accepted: 2023/11/11 | Published: 2024/03/1
Received: 2023/01/20 | Accepted: 2023/11/11 | Published: 2024/03/1
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