The predictive role of values and perceived social support variables in marital adjustment

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MERT A.

Universal Journal of Educational Research, vol.6, no.6, pp.1192-1198, 2018 (Scopus)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 6 Issue: 6
• Publication Date: 2018
• Doi Number: 10.13189/ujer.2018.060609
• Journal Name: Universal Journal of Educational Research
• Journal Indexes: Scopus
• Page Numbers: pp.1192-1198
• Keywords: Marital Adjustment, Perceived Social Support, Value
• Uşak University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

The aim of this study was to examine the predictive role of values and perceived social support variables in marital adjustment level among married individuals. A total of 422 (211 pairs) married individuals who agreed to participate voluntarily were included. The study was conducted in accordance with the relational screening model. "Dyadic Adjustment Scale (SDS)", "Value Scale" and "The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS)" were used in the study in fulfillment of the aim of the research. Correlation and regression analysis were used in the research. Analyses were tested with the help of SPSS 16.0 package with .01 and .05 levels of significance. The findings of the research showed the presence of predictive role of values and perceived social support variables in marital adjustment. Findings obtained from the study are discussed in relation to literature.