Understanding the Impact of Immigration on Marital Relationships: The Perspective of Emotion-Focused Couple Therapy
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Authors
Ngai, Annie O.
Issue Date
2025-05
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
acculturation , immigrant couple , marital satisfaction , Emotion Focused Therapy-Couple
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Abstract
This capstone project explores the impact of the immigration experience on marital relationships, focusing on how attachment and identity needs are disrupted during the adaptation process. Using Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C) and the theory of acculturation as guiding frameworks, the study examines how immigration-related stressors, such as role shifts and identity conflicts, affect the emotional bonds and interaction cycles between couples. Failure to address these core needs can diminish marital satisfaction and, in severe cases, lead to marital breakdown. By incorporating intersectional perspectives, this research broadens the scope of interventions available to counselors, offering effective strategies to address immigrant couples' unique challenges while considering the complexities of the acculturation process. The findings aim to equip practitioners with nuanced approaches to fostering resilience and nurturing relationship bonds in immigrant couples.
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Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States
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