MARRIAGE AND FAMILY REVIEW
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Dialogue on the Evolution of Relationships.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Exploration of Family Dynamics:
The journal emphasizes research on family structures, including traditional, nuclear families, single-parent households, and stepfamilies, analyzing how these dynamics affect individual and collective well-being. - Cultural and Societal Influences on Relationships:
It investigates how cultural, religious, and societal norms shape marital and familial practices, highlighting diverse perspectives from various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. - Impact of External Factors on Family Life:
The journal examines how external factors such as economic conditions, health crises (like the COVID-19 pandemic), and legal frameworks impact family relationships and individual roles within the family unit. - Methodological Diversity:
Utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, the journal publishes systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and empirical studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of family-related issues. - Focus on Psychological Well-Being:
The journal highlights the psychological aspects of marriage and familial relationships, including mental health implications, communication styles, and emotional support systems.
Trending and Emerging
- Diverse Family Structures:
Research on diverse family configurations, including stepfamilies, blended families, and cohabiting arrangements, is gaining momentum, highlighting the complexities of modern familial relationships. - Coping Mechanisms During Crises:
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on family functioning and relationships has emerged as a prominent theme, with studies examining coping strategies and resilience in the face of external stressors. - Interfaith and Intercultural Relationships:
There is a rising interest in studying interfaith and intercultural marriages, exploring the dynamics, challenges, and benefits these couples face in contemporary society. - Parental Roles and Involvement:
Research focusing on the roles of fathers and mothers within the family, including coparenting dynamics and paternal involvement, has become increasingly significant. - Mental Health and Family Relationships:
The intersection of mental health and family dynamics is a growing area of interest, with studies investigating how family structures and interactions impact psychological well-being.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Marriage Constructs:
Research centered around conventional marriage norms and roles has seen a decline, as contemporary studies increasingly explore non-traditional family structures and dynamics. - Intervention-Based Studies:
There has been a noticeable decrease in research focused on intervention studies aimed at improving marital satisfaction, possibly due to the growing emphasis on observational and qualitative studies. - Historical Context of Family Structures:
While historical analyses of family structures were once prevalent, recent publications have shifted towards current trends, leaving less room for studies that reflect on historical family dynamics. - Focus on Legal Frameworks:
Research examining the legal aspects of marriage and family, such as custody laws and divorce proceedings, appears to be waning, with fewer studies addressing these issues in recent years. - Influence of Technology on Family Dynamics:
While technology's role in family interactions was a significant topic, its exploration has diminished, possibly due to the saturation of initial findings in this area.
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