Autopercepción en la comunicación y conflictos en parejas casadas de adultos jóvenes entre la edad de 20 y 40 años en la parroquia Cochapamba, al norte de Quito.

Abstract

Personal identity is built through meaningful connections with others, with selfperception being an essential pillar for emotional well-being and interpersonal relationships. In the Cochapamba parish, the increase in conflicts among young adult couples could be related to changes in their self-perception, affecting their individual development and couple dynamics. Communication, both verbal and nonverbal, plays a fundamental role in the quality of these relationships, especially in a context where digital technologies have transformed the way we interact. Therefore, thisstudy aimsto investigate self-protection within couple relationships, with the goal of promoting better mutual understanding and strengthening healthier bonds among young adults. Relationships can be complicated and cause harm to the people involved, affecting their emotional well-being. According to Doss et al these problems can be seen in poor communication, limited intimacy, and unresolved issues, which cause dissatisfaction and bitterness. Many people do not communicate enough, which can cause some difficulties and reduce happiness in the relationship, as Rhoades comment that to prevent their relationship from deteriorating and damaging their emotional bond, couples should work on improving their communication skills. According to Kuo and Hsu the authors state that in order not to create an excessive need for validation, it is of great importance to build trust in the partner, as this can lead to controlling and manipulative behaviors. Therefore, it is necessary to address this aspect in order to strengthen the bond of affection. A violent relationship can affect both physically and emotionally, as Chen shows. People who experience this type of violence should seek help as soon as possible, because early action can save their lives and mental health. It is vital to recognize the importance of seeking professional help in situations of violence. Early intervention can not only be crucial for the physical safety of those affected, but also plays a vital role in their emotional and mental well-being. Authors Doss et al. (2020) state that betrayal can lead to a breakdown of trust. Couples therapy can be a valuable resource in these cases. The research will be conducted using a quantitative approach and a descriptive correlational design, aimed at analyzing the relationship between self-perception in communication and conflicts in married couples among young adults residing in the parish of Cochapamba. Informed consent was obtained, and statistical data were collected and analyzed to identify how these variables interact and affect marital dynamics. The sample consists of between 30 and 50 couples who meet the established criteria and who will voluntarily participate by completing scalesrelated to theirsatisfaction with assertive communication within their marital relationship. The results obtained from the questionnaires administered to a sample of 50 participants showed an equal gender distribution (50% women and 50% men). The average age was 33 years(median 32 years), with an average length of cohabitation of 6 years and an average of 1.82 children, reflecting a young population in the process of family consolidation. In the self-perception of couple conflicts, variations were identified between areas, with the Metas Area (ZME) having the highest average score (20.4). In terms of communication, satisfaction showed an average of 11.44 points and dissatisfaction 8.40 points, indicating moderate levels of satisfaction, but with the presence of problem areas. The correlation analysisshowed that all areas of conflict are positively associated with dissatisfaction and inversely associated with satisfaction in communication. Strong correlations stand out in the areas of economy (ZEC), sexual intimacy (ZIS), aggression management (ZMA), and domestic-parenting (ZDC), suggesting that these areas significantly influence the quality of communication between couples.