The Relationship between Therapist Behaviors and Outcome for Middle- and Lower-Class Couples in Marital Therapy.

Cline, Victor B.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1984

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The Relationship between Therapist Behaviors and Outcome for Middle- and Lower-Class Couples in Marital Therapy.

Cline, Victor B.; And Others

Journal of Clinical Psychology, v40 n3 p691-704 May 1984

Treated a sample of 77 distressed middle- and lower-class couples using conjoint therapy. Couple and therapist therapy behavior were assessed. A variety of sex and social class differences were found, suggesting that no one marital therapy technique will be appropriate for both sexes and different SES backgrounds. (JAC)

Descriptors: Cocounseling, Counseling Effectiveness, Counseling Techniques, Counselor Performance, Lower Class, Marriage Counseling, Middle Class, Sex Differences, Socioeconomic Influences, Spouses

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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