Seeking Participants for Couple Research

[carov]

Hi there,

I originally posted this on the lounge but had next to no interest so admin has said I can try on the family forum. I have used the East Dulwich forum over the years to both offer my unwanted items and get recommendations for local services but I?ve now got a more unusual request. I am a couple?s counsellor with over 10 years experience and I?m currently doing research into the decline of vitality in long term relationships.

The feeling that a relationship has ?lost its spark? is a very common experience that many committed couples live with. While there has been much research into this area but the all-important question: what goes on within the couple relationship to lead to this feeling? has been largely ignored. The purpose of this research is to further understanding in this area and contribute to the effectiveness of couple therapy.

I am aware that while a large proportion of couples experience this phenomenon in their relationships they don?t necessarily want to talk about it. So I am looking for especially brave and noble couples who are interested in taking part in this important study.

Participant criteria: together for at least 3 years and not currently in counselling. In a stable (i.e. no major conflict) relationship yet they both feel that they have lost the ?spark? between them. This study will also be looking at gender differences therefore I am seeking heterosexual couples.

I wish to emphasise that I am not looking for ?experts? on the topic. You will be treated with respect, and not judged or personally analysed in any way. The identity of participants will only be known by me and all steps will be taken to ensure your anonymity.

What will your participation involve?

You will be invited to take part in an individual one-to-one 60 minute interview that will take place in a quiet and private room at a local health centre in Crystal Palace or possibly in your own home.

Ethical Approval

My research has been approved by the School of Psychology Research Ethics Committee at the University of East London. This means that my research follows the standard of research ethics set by the British Psychological Society.

If you or a couple that you know are interested in more details please PM me.

Many Thanks