An Investigation on Variables Prdicting Divorce according to John Gottman Theory

The objective of present research was to investigate variables predicting divorce according to John Gottman theory among couples in Esfahan. The design of this study was causal comparative. Fromcouples referred to Centers for Divorce Crisis, 150 prsons (male and female) were selected to participate in educational courses. Then, violence starting, unpleasant memories, compensating actions, drowning, love, and interest questionnaires were administered. There is a significant difference among present variables such as violence starting and drowning between divorce-prone and ordinary couples (P < 0./01). Results of Bi valu logistic regression analysis showed that the variables such as drowning, compensating action, love and interest provided the strongest predictors of possibility for divorce-prone couples. Therefore, it is concluded that drowning, violence starting, and four aggressors (objection, disrespect, defense stance and inattention), unpleasant memories increase the possibility of divorce among couples. While increased compensating actions, love and interest decrease the possibility of divorce among couples.