Why do we sabotage love? A thematic analysis of lived experiences of relationship breakdown and maintenance
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Article Title | Why do we sabotage love? A thematic analysis of lived experiences of relationship breakdown and maintenance |
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ERA Journal ID | 124462 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Peel, Raquel (Author) and Caltabiano, Nerina (Author) |
Journal Title | Journal of Couple and Relationship Therapy |
Number of Pages | 33 |
Year | 2020 |
Place of Publication | United States |
ISSN | 1533-2683 |
1533-2691 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/15332691.2020.1795039 |
Web Address (URL) | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15332691.2020.1795039 |
Abstract | Although many individuals are searching for love, failure can often be the expected outcome. A previous study investigated self-sabotage in romantic relationships and explored how psychologists in practice understand this phenomenon. A repertoire of self-sabotaging behaviors was identified by practitioners, with possible reasons as to why this occurs. The present study was the first to empirically explore self-sabotage in romantic relationships by gathering qualitative evidence from a diverse sample of 696 individuals. Participants’ lived experiences detailed motivations and strategies to self-sabotage romantic engagements. However, participants’ experiences have also helped inform essential steps toward breaking the cycle of self-sabotage. |
Keywords | Relationship self-sabotage; relationship breakdown; relationship maintenance; thematic analysis; lived experiences |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 520399. Clinical and health psychology not elsewhere classified |
Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
Byline Affiliations | James Cook University |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q5w79/why-do-we-sabotage-love-a-thematic-analysis-of-lived-experiences-of-relationship-breakdown-and-maintenance
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