09 Jan
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Collaborating Within State Government to Support Healthy Relationships: Tips for State Administrators

There is a large spectrum of government services and programs that can be included in healthy marriage programs. The natural and immediate thoughts go to the human services field; however, there are many other areas that offer opportunities for healthy marriage/relationship programs. These include corrections and criminal justice, juvenile justice, health programs (including Medicaid and […]

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09 Jan
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A Win-Win Partnership: MRE and Child Protective Services

Many social service programs share common goals although they may vary widely by funding stream, service delivery strategy and/or target population. The marriage and relationship education (MRE) field and the child welfare system both strive to strengthen families and improve child outcomes. MRE practitioners may want to consider building partnerships with child protective services (CPS) […]

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09 Jan
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Empty Nesters and Retirees: A Fact Sheet

This fact sheet explores marital challenges adults may face when their adult children leave the home, including feelings of depression, sadness, and grief. Symptoms of Empty Nest Syndrome are described, as well as the challenges faced by the Sandwich Generation that is taking care of their own children while taking care of their aging parents, […]

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09 Jan
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Intermarriage: What Marriage Educators Should Know

The rate of divorce for first marriages is slightly higher for interracial couples than it is for couples that marry within their race. Many interracial and interethnic couples attend marriage/relationship education (MRE) workshops because they experience relationship challenges that are related to their racial/ ethnic background. People/families from different parts of the world can have […]

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09 Jan
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Gender Roles and Marriage: A Fact Sheet

This fact sheet explores how gender roles and expectations impact couple interaction, family decision-making, and perspectives on marital satisfaction. Background information is provided on traditional gender roles and behaviors in the United States and attitudes of men and women toward gender roles. Trends revealing Americans are moving away from patriarchal marriages are discussed, as well […]

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09 Jan
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Making Marriage Education Relevant to the African American Community

Marriage education generally offers useful skills for couples. Nevertheless, practitioners may need to adapt curriculum materials to help participants learn and remember lessons. This tip sheet provides strategies for fine tuning programs toward the African American community. The tips can be applied to any curriculum, but it is important to note that marriage educators should […]

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09 Jan
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My Relationship Isn’t Perfect – How Can I Be a Marriage Educator?

Have you ever asked yourself how you can possibly teach others about healthy marriage when you are struggling in your own relationship? If you answered yes, then this tip sheet is for you. At times, your personal circumstances might seem significant enough to decline a facilitation opportunity or to prompt a decision to stop teaching […]

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09 Jan
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Managing a Disruptive Participant in Your Marriage Education Program

The success of a marriage education program is built on having a proven, well-delivered curriculum offered in a setting that promotes safety and respect, and makes each participant feel valued. Even the best curriculum or the most well-designed program can be undermined if the instructors struggle with their command of the material, their presentation style, […]

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09 Jan
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Operational Issues for Marriage Education Programs

For those who are new to workshop delivery, the logistics can demand equal time and preparation. A potential participant’s first impression of your program can be the deciding factor in their involvement. Regardless of how helpful your program may be; neglecting factors like comfort, convenience and environment can negatively impact perceptions of and participation in […]

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09 Jan
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Relationship Education for Unwed, Expectant Couples: Guidelines for Practitioners

Couples having a baby are an audience who benefit greatly from marriage/relationship education (MRE). Having a baby is an especially important opportunity for unmarried couples to assess their relationships. To keep unmarried couples involved in your MRE program, it is beneficial to respect that they are facing many difficult choices and that you are there […]

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