Investigating Inter-Christian and Intercultural Couples Associated with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America: A Qualitative Research Project

Authors: Joanides, Charles; Mayhew, Mick; Mamalakis, Philip M.

Source: American Journal of Family Therapy, Volume 30, Number 4, July 01, 2002 , pp. 373-383(11)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

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Abstract:

This qualitative research project described individual, marital, and family challenges from the perspective of 376 intermarried respondents associated with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Participants' observations generally suggested that their religious and cultural differences enriched their own and their family's well-being. However, some participants described pervasive and lingering unresolved couple disagreements linked to their religious and cultural differences. These differences seemed to have a decidedly negative impact on individual, couple, and family well-being. Clinical implications suggest that intermarried couples' different religious and cultural backgrounds may be interconnected to the presenting problem(s) of couples.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01926180290033484

Publication date: 2002-07-01

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