The Utah Marriage Handbook - Stronger Marriage

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Utah Marriage Handbook We hope that you will: Read this handbook and discuss it with your partner. Try out some of the tips in the weeks, months, and years ahead. • Save this handbook and look at it from time to time, especially when questions or difficult situations come up in your relationship. Check out the publications, resources, and Web sites suggested in this handbook. They can provide additional information about topics in this guide. • Participate in premarital preparation before you marry or in marriage education programs at any time in your marriage. These programs teach valuable tips, skills, and attitudes that form the foundation for good relationships. Both men and women find these programs very helpful—and enjoyable! • Seek help for your marriage if you experience trouble. Not all marriages can or should be saved, but many can be. Don’t wait until your situation is very serious before getting help. • There are many agencies, organizations, and individuals in the state of Utah who care about you and your efforts to build a strong and lasting marriage. Healthy marriages and healthy families create healthy communities—something we all want. We wish you all the best and hope that this guide is helpful in your journey. •
pg. 31 pg. 5 pg. 41 Keys to a Successful Marriage pg. 39 pg. 19 Issues that How you think Managing your marriage hurt Domestic & what you do How You Think ……………………5 What You Do ………………………10 Money ……………………19 Work & Family ………………………21 Home & House-Care Responsibilities………………………23 Children ………………………25 In-Laws ………………………28 Special Topics Remarriages Myths & Realities ……………………31 Strategies for Stepparenting ………………………32 Coparenting with Expartners ………………………35 relationships Substance Abuse, Gambling, & Other Addictions ……………………39 Mental Health Problems ………………………39 Sexual Infidelity ………………………39 Violence About Domestic Violence ……………………41 Myths & Facts ………………………42 Where to Get Help ………………………43 Resources Utah Resources ………………………44 Other Resources ………………………45
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