The Effects of Perceived Dysfunctional Family-of-Origin Rules on the Dating Relationships of Young Adults

摘要: This study examined the effects of perceived dysfunctional family-of-origin rules on dating relationships young adult offspring. A sample 322 students from three universities completed self-report questionnaires measuring rules, current behaviors, anxiety, relationship satisfaction and commitment. The results indicated that were positively related to negatively advancement in stages, satisfaction, commitment adults. There also was a tendency for adults families with date later less frequently than more functional although they dated about same number partners. Implications future research clinical interventions are discussed.