Motivation in conjoint therapy.
In conjoint therapy the motivation of each partner is a central issue, and is a curiously neglected area. While one or both spouses may have "low" motivation for working towards a more functional marriage, they may have very powerful other motivations for seeking conjoint therapy. This paper, derived from a review of 100 couples seen in conjoint therapy, outlines the seven most common alternative motivations encountered, and offers some diagnostic clues and management techniques.
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008388:Marital Therapy; D008393:Marriage; D009042:Motivation