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Examining the origins of gender differences in marital quality: a behavior genetic analysis.

Journal of family psychology : JFP : journal of the Division of Family Psychology of the American Psychological Association (Division 43) - 1 Dec 2006

Spotts Erica L, Prescott Carol, Kendler Kenneth

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Numerous researchers have examined gender differences in marital quality, with mixed results. In this study, the authors further this investigation by looking for genetic and environmental sources of variation in marital quality. The 1st aim of the study was to replicate previous findings of genetic and nonshared environmental influences on marital quality. The 2nd was to explore the etiology of gender...

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PMID: 17176195
DOI: 10.1037/0893-3200.20.4.605

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