This study focused on the relational conflict cycle within the relational restoration model proposed by Sells, Beckenbach, and Patrick. The model is drawn from contextual family theory, object relations theory, and the emotional focus theory. Participating couples (N ¼ 215) completed a demographic questionnaire and four assessments measuring conflict, pain, defense, and injury. This study provides empirical evidence supporting the relational conflict model and contributes to the understanding of relational conflict processes. The significant findings have implications for both relational research and couples counseling.
A team of researchers consisting of counselor education professors and doctoral-level counseling students conducted interviews with Honduran mental health professionals, including counselors, psychologists, pastors, community developmental specialists, and psychiatrists. The purpose was to understand the counseling process and profession that exists in a developing economy. The results are focused on the pervasive effects of poverty on the profession, the training of counselors, and the nature of counseling interventions.
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