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Title: Effects of demographics on relationship satisfaction
Authors: Rubab Bukhari, Rabia Bashir, Summaira Rehman
Journal: Social Sciences Spectrum
| Category | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Y | 2024-10-01 | 2025-12-31 |
Publisher: Institute for Youth Drug Abuse Education and Prevention Studies
Country: Pakistan
Year: 2024
Volume: 3
Issue: 4
Language: English
Keywords: RelationshipDemographicsatisfactionAdultsmarried
This study examines the effects of age, gender, and income on relationship satisfaction among married adults. Demographic factors play a significant role in shaping individual experiences and expectations within relationships. Understanding these influences can help identify key patterns and provide insights into improving relationship satisfaction. Through convenient sampling, 390 married adults were approached in a cross-sectional study from various districts of AJK and KPK. The researchers utilized the Relationship Assessment Scale (RAS) to measure relationship satisfaction in relation to demographics. The findings offer a better understanding of the dynamics of marital relationships in various socio-economic and cultural contexts
To study the demographic differences (age, gender, income) on relationship satisfaction among married adults.
Correlational survey research method with a quantitative research design. A sample of 390 married adults was recruited using convenient sampling from various districts of AJK and KPK. The Relationship Assessment Scale (RAS) was used to measure relationship satisfaction. Data was analyzed using SPSS-25, employing Pearson correlation, t-tests, and ANOVA.
graph TD;
A[Define Research Objective and Hypotheses] --> B[Select Correlational Survey Method];
B --> C[Identify Population: Married Individuals];
C --> D[Recruit Sample: 390 Married Adults via Convenient Sampling];
D --> E[Administer Relationship Assessment Scale];
E --> F[Collect Data via Google Forms/Manual Questionnaires];
F --> G[Analyze Data using SPSS-25: Pearson Correlation, T-tests, ANOVA];
G --> H[Interpret Results and Draw Conclusions];
H --> I[Formulate Recommendations];
The study found that age was not significantly associated with relationship satisfaction, contradicting the first hypothesis. However, the finding that women reported higher relationship satisfaction aligns with previous research and is attributed to their needs being met within relationships in the studied regions. Significant differences in relationship satisfaction based on income levels were also observed, supporting the third hypothesis and consistent with prior studies.
- Age showed a non-significant negative association with relationship satisfaction.
- Female adults reported significantly higher relationship satisfaction than male adults.
- Significant differences were found in relationship satisfaction across different income levels.
Demographic factors, specifically gender and income, play a significant role in shaping relationship satisfaction among married adults. While age did not show a significant impact, females reported higher satisfaction, and income levels influenced satisfaction levels.
- Sample Size: 390 married adults participated in the study.
- Gender Distribution: 186 (47%) were male and 204 (52%) were female.
- Relationship Satisfaction Mean Score: The overall mean score for Relationship Satisfaction was 23.13 (SD = 4.926).
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