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The aim is to analyze emotional distance and conflict in Ghanaian marriages through the lens of Family Systems Theory.

Using Family Systems Theory to Address Emotional Distance and Conflict in Ghanaian Marriages

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Conceptual article explores emotional distance and conflict in Ghanaian marriages, suggesting a culturally sensitive counseling model.

The aim is to analyze emotional distance and conflict in Ghanaian marriages through the lens of Family Systems Theory.
Conceptual application of Family Systems Theory and Bowenian concepts to Ghanaian marriage issues.
Development of a six-phase counseling model incorporating cultural factors such as kinship and gender roles.
Recommendations for systemic assessment and ethical integration of cultural resources.
Introduced a Ghanaian Culturally Sensitive Family Systems Counseling Model with phases for addressing emotional issues.
Highlighted the need for assessing social pressures and family-of-origin issues affecting marital conflict.
Emphasized importance of not downplaying issues like intimate partner violence in counseling practices.

Moses Addai (2026) studied this question.

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