Perceived Partner Responsiveness, Self Reflection, Insight and Self Esteem among Married Individuals: A Correlation Study

Abstract

Marriage is the aspect of life that holds significance and influences an individual’s perception towards their spouse and themselves. An evaluative aspect in marital relationships is how partners perceive each other, understand, communicate and are responsive to their needs. This perception can influence one’s own reflective self and deep insights with the feelings of esteem and worthiness. The aim of the present study was to discern the correlation between Perceived Partner Responsiveness, Self Reflection, Insight and Self Esteem among married individuals. The study consisted of 106 married individuals who have been into a marriage of at least 3 or more years. The tools used for the data collection process are Perceived Partner Responsiveness Scale (PPRS) by Reis and Carmichael (2006), Self Reflection and Insight Scale (SRIS) by Franklin and Langford (2002) and Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale (RSES) by Rosenberg (1965). The findings of the study suggest that Perceived Partner Responsiveness has a significant positive correlation with Self Reflection & Insight (r =.16, p<.01); a moderately positive correlation with Self Esteem (r = .36, p<.01). Also, Self Reflection & Insight shares a significant positive correlation with Self Esteem (r = .36, p <.01). The study suggests practical implications in understanding marital dynamics and insights for developing strategies to marital counseling.