Mindfulness in the Context of Romantic Relationships : Initial Development and Validation of the Relationship Mindfulness Measure

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Trait mindfulness and mindfulness in the context of romantic relationships may not be completely overlapping constructs. This study adapted an existing measure of trait mindfulness to assess the tendency to be mindful in romantic relationships, the Relationship Mindfulness Measure (RMM). Using data from 185 young adults, the results supported the RMM's internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and concurrent and predictive validity. The RMM accounted for a significant portion of variance in positive relationship quality, negative relationship quality, and anxious and avoidant attachment, even after controlling for trait mindfulness. Based on these findings, assessing relationship mindfulness may improve research exploring the role of mindfulness in romantic relations and therefore facilitate the development and refinement of mindfulness training programs for couples.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2018

Erschienen:

2018

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:44

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Journal of marital and family therapy - 44(2018), 4 vom: 01. Okt., Seite 575-589

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Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Kimmes, Jonathan G [VerfasserIn]
Jaurequi, Matthew E [VerfasserIn]
May, Ross W [VerfasserIn]
Srivastava, Sapna [VerfasserIn]
Fincham, Frank D [VerfasserIn]

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Date Completed 07.01.2019

Date Revised 07.01.2019

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1111/jmft.12296

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM277412242