Marital Satisfaction

Marital Satisfaction

Introduction

Marital satisfaction refers to the mental state that shows the benefits and costs the person believes he has to bear as a result of the marriage. Thus if the person bears more costs, he/she would have lesser marital satisfaction. On the other hand, the more perceived benefits, the more marital satisfaction the person would have.

This paper discusses the divorce rates and marital satisfaction in its correspondence. It also compares and contrasts the two approaches identified in various articles.

Discussion

With divorce rates hovering around 50%, therapists are called upon to “fix” what is wrong with relationships. For this paper, a different approach is preferred. There are two articles which are taken into consideration for the analysis pertaining to marital satisfaction and equity. The issues and challenges faced by marriages leading to divorce rates are evaluated for the better apprehension of the context.

Summary of Articles & Overview of Content

Yoram Weiss explains the relationships and consequences pertain to marriage and divorce in an article called “Marriage and Divorce”. It entails the various aspects of marriage on factors such as work, family, and economy. This provides sufficient evidential context proving the impact of marriages on lifestyle and satisfaction. The issues experienced in marriage are focused in this article with respect to everyday life. The influence of society on marriage plays an essential role. The divorce is regarded as a menace in various aspects (Weiss, 2008).

Another article called “Equity, Marital Satisfaction, & Stability”, by Mary K. Utne, Elaine Hatfield, and Jane Traupmann, illustrates the importance of equity among the relationships and marriage. Therefore, the author elucidates the consideration concerning marriage satisfaction and its impact. It is vital for any couple to understand the needs and desires of the spouse in order to lead a healthy relationship and balanced marital satisfaction (Utne, 1984).

Analysis of Article's Findings

According to the critical analysis of the articles, two ways are suggested by which issues in families can be resolved. The first is divorce, and the second is to let life carry on by limiting the contact between both partners. The second option is more viable since this does affect the family as much as divorces. Although life would never be the same, there would be a chance for things to improve one day. Even if it does not improve, at least the child will be able to live more comfortably ...