BEHAVIORAL AND DYADIC CORRELATES OF PROBL EM-SOLVING SELF-APPRAISAL

The objective of this study was to investigate the relationship betwee n problem solving self-appraisal, observed behaviours in a problem sol ving discussion, and dyadic adjustment. The sample consisted of 40 cou ples who completed the Dyadic Adjustment Scale, the Problem Solving In ventory and who participated in a filmed discussion. Observed behaviou rs were coded using the Global Interaction action Coding System for Dy adic Interactions. For both men and women, results showed significant relations between problem solving self-appraisal components, coded beh aviours, and marital adjustment. Problem solving self-appraisal and be havioural activities independently accounted for observed fluctuations in marital satisfaction. Theoretical implications of these results ar e discussed.