Economic & Relationship Support for Marital Relationships
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This RCT will test the marginal benefit of adding economic-focused services to traditional relationship education (RE) interventions. 344 couples will be randomly assigned to the RE only or RE plus economic-services condition. All couples will be assessed at baseline, 6-weeks, 6-months, and 12-months. This project will examine whether couples in the RE plus condition have better relationship and economic outcomes than couples in the RE only condition.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the Economic & Relationship Support for Marital Relationships treatment safe for humans?
How does the Economic & Relationship Support treatment differ from other treatments for marital relationships?
This treatment is unique because it combines financial counseling with couples' therapy to help couples improve financial management, communication, and coping skills, specifically targeting financial strain in relationships. Unlike traditional couples' therapy, it addresses economic stress directly, which can significantly impact relationship satisfaction and stability.678910
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Economic & Relationship Support for Marital Relationships?
The research highlights the importance of patient and family education, which can empower individuals to make better decisions and improve outcomes. This suggests that components like Financial Literacy Services and Family Wellness in the treatment may enhance decision-making and relationship stability.1112131415
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for couples in a romantic relationship who want to improve their partnership. It's not suitable for those currently experiencing domestic violence or child maltreatment.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Initial assessment of couples' relationship and economic status
Treatment
Participants receive Relationship Education programming, with or without additional economic-focused services
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in relationship and economic outcomes
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Career Coaching
- Family Wellness
- Financial Planning
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Texas at Austin
Lead Sponsor
Department of Health and Human Services
Collaborator