%0 Journal Article
%T Societal Perception of Communication Strategies among Married Couples in Nsukka, South-Eastern, Nigeria
%A Christian Iyiani
%A Christopher Ngwu
%J Sociology Mind
%P 401-406
%@ 2160-0848
%D 2012
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/sm.2012.24053
%X When communication between couples becomes strained or even non-existent, the entire foundation of the relationship is affected. The purpose of this study therefore was to examine communication strategies that will improve couple¡¯s relationships. Data were gathered from 197 couples of Igbo ethnic group using a 20-item scale measuring societal perception of married couples. Results showed that about half of the respondents (51.1%) were able to identify strategies couples can take to reduce misunderstanding in marriage relationship. The study also revealed that 53.2% of the respondents were of the opinion that culture has an influence on effective communication among couples. A major implication of the findings is the need to focus mainly on improving marital relationship through application of effective communication strategies by couples.
%K Perception
%K Communication Strategies
%K Married Couples
%K Effective Communication
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=24254