Marraige Counceling - 5817 Words

ASSIGNMENT 02 NAME: Monica Schellingerhout PO BOX: PO Box 11979 Wierda Park South 0057 MODULE: MGG201W SEMESTER CODE: Year Module ASSIGNMENT NUMBER: 02 STUDENT NUMBER: 4396-359-5 ASSIGNMENT DATE: 2011-07-25 Contents 1 PART 1 3 1.1 PREMARITAL COUNSELLING 3 1.1.1 Definition of premarital counselling 3 1.1.2 Purpose of Premarital Counselling 3 1.1.3 Purpose of the Helper 4 1.1.4 Relavent Core Relational Conditions 4 1.1.5 Degree Of Structure Needed 5 1.1.6 In What Format Does Counselling Take Place 5 1.2 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT 7 1.2.1 Definition of Marriage Enrichment 7 1.2.2 Purpose of†¦show more content†¦Through premarital counselling, couples are encouraged to discuss a wide range of important and intimate topics related to marriage, such as: †¢ Finances †¢ Communication †¢ Beliefs and values †¢ Roles in marriage †¢ Affection and sex †¢ Children and parenting †¢ Family relationships †¢ Decision making †¢ Dealing with anger †¢ Time spent together †¢ Social activities Premarital counselling helps partners improve their ability to communicate, set realistic expectations for marriage and develop conflict resolution skills. In addition, premarital counselling can help couples establish a positive attitude about seeking help with their marriages down the road. Keep in mind that you bring your own values, opinions and personal history into a relationship, and they may not always match your partners. Furthermore, many people go into marriage believing it will fulfil their social, financial, sexual and emotional needs — and thats not always the case. In discussing differences and expectations before marriage partners can better understand and support each other during marriage. Early intervention is important because the risk of divorce is highest early in marriage. By Mayo Clinic staff 3 Purpose of the Helper The helper facilitates self-exploration of the partners through education, in order for the couples to examine their