Emotionally focused couple therapy in cancer survivor couples with marital and sexual problems: a replicated single-case experimental design.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The current research examined the effect of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) on perceived intimacy, affect, and dyadic connection in cancer survivor couples with relationship challenges.

Method

In this longitudinal replicated single-case study, positive and negative affect, intimacy, partner responsiveness, and expression of attachment-based emotional needs were reported every 3 days before and during treatment. Thirteen couples, with one partner having survived colorectal cancer or breast cancer, participated for the full duration of the study. Statistical analysis of the data was performed using randomization tests, piecewise regression, and multilevel analyses.

Results

Adherence to the therapeutic protocol was tested and found adequate. Compared

SUBMITTER: van Diest SL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10187887 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature