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Family of Origin Influences on Marital Attitudes and Readiness for Marriage in Late Adolescents

JEFFRY H. LARSON

Brigham Young University

MARK J. BENSON

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

STEPHAN M. WILSON

University of Kentucky

NILUFER MEDORA

California State University at Long Beach

Using Bowenian family systems theory, this study examined the effects of the intergenerational transmission of anxiety in the family of origin through the processes of fusion, triangulation, and control on late adolescents' attitudes toward marriage and readiness for marriage. Participants (N = 977) completed three measures of family processes in their families of origin, attitudes toward marriage, and readiness for marriage. The findings indicated that fusion and triangulation were related to negative opinions and feelings about marriage. They did not have a significant effect on perceived readiness for marriage or on waiting period before marriage. However, gender and age predicted readiness and waiting time. Implications for family therapists working with adolescents are discussed.

Journal of Family Issues, Vol. 19, No. 6, 750-768 (1998)
DOI: 10.1177/019251398019006005
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