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Love Unites Us in Our Differences, Faith Determines Our Path: Individual Decision-Making in Interfaith Dating Relationships

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The purpose of this research is to describe the decision-making dynamics of individuals in interfaith dating relationships. The study employs a qualitative methodology with a phenomenological approach. Three participants were involved in semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to understand the unique experiences of each individual. The results identified 13 main themes in the decision-making process: relationship motives, environmental response, negative emotions, challenges and issues, coping strategies, social support, romantic belief, commitment, understanding, religiosity, compromise, hope, and relationship satisfaction. The decision-making dynamics are divided into three main stages: pre-dating, dating, and relationship continuation. Each stage highlights the importance of understanding, adjustment, and effective coping strategies to face challenges and build a strong and harmonious relationship despite religious differences.

Source: In Trend International Journal of Trends in Global Psychological Science and Education

DOI: 10.62260/intrend.v1i4.257

Authors: M. Andri Yansah Lubis, Mario Pratama, Indriyani Santoso

Institution: State University of Padang

Language: English

Topic: Attachment and Relationship Dynamics

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4403175146

FWCI: 0.481

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