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<p>This study explores relationship quality among Greek couples, examining the roles of gender, age, and cultural influences. A total of 202 participants (84 men, 116 women; M age = 29.81, SD = 10.49) in diverse relationship statuses, primarily long-term romantic relationships (M duration = 7.92 years), completed questionnaires assessing relationship dimensions and quality. The study utilized a translated version of standardized relationship quality scales, and data were collected through an online survey administered via snowball sampling. The questionnaire assessed four key dimensions of relationship quality: Intimacy, Agreement, Independence, and Sexuality. While the study employed a cross-sectional design, a potential limitation is the sampling method, which may affect the generalizability of the results. The translated scales demonstrated good reliability (alphas = 0.69–0.95). Principal components analysis identified four key dimensions of relationship quality: Intimacy, Agreement, Independence, and Sexuality, explaining 44.8% of the variance. The findings highlight the significant role of relationship quality in determining relationship satisfaction, with implications for relationship counseling and interventions aimed at improving relationship dynamics, particularly in Greek cultural contexts. Mediation analyses revealed that relationship quality partially mediates the effect of intimacy on satisfaction, fully mediates the effect of agreement, but does not mediate the effects of sexuality or independence. This study contributes to the existing literature by offering new insights into relationship quality within the context of Greek couples, an underexplored area in relationship research. These findings highlight the complex factors shaping relationship satisfaction and emphasize the cultural context’s role in assessing relationship quality. Compared to previous research, this study offers insights into how relationship dynamics function within the Greek cultural setting, contributing to broader discussions on relationship quality in Mediterranean and collectivist cultures.</p>

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Exploring the Dimensions of Relationship Quality: Intimacy, Agreement, Independence, and Sexuality in Greek Couples

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    2025年6月4日

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  • Patra Vlachopanou,
  • Maria Ioanna Argiropoulou

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This study explores relationship quality among Greek couples, examining the roles of gender, age, and cultural influences. A total of 202 participants (84 men, 116 women; M age = 29.81, SD = 10.49) in diverse relationship statuses, primarily long-term romantic relationships (M duration = 7.92 years), completed questionnaires assessing relationship dimensions and quality. The study utilized a translated version of standardized relationship quality scales, and data were collected through an online survey administered via snowball sampling. The questionnaire assessed four key dimensions of relationship quality: Intimacy, Agreement, Independence, and Sexuality. While the study employed a cross-sectional design, a potential limitation is the sampling method, which may affect the generalizability of the results. The translated scales demonstrated good reliability (alphas = 0.69–0.95). Principal components analysis identified four key dimensions of relationship quality: Intimacy, Agreement, Independence, and Sexuality, explaining 44.8% of the variance. The findings highlight the significant role of relationship quality in determining relationship satisfaction, with implications for relationship counseling and interventions aimed at improving relationship dynamics, particularly in Greek cultural contexts. Mediation analyses revealed that relationship quality partially mediates the effect of intimacy on satisfaction, fully mediates the effect of agreement, but does not mediate the effects of sexuality or independence. This study contributes to the existing literature by offering new insights into relationship quality within the context of Greek couples, an underexplored area in relationship research. These findings highlight the complex factors shaping relationship satisfaction and emphasize the cultural context’s role in assessing relationship quality. Compared to previous research, this study offers insights into how relationship dynamics function within the Greek cultural setting, contributing to broader discussions on relationship quality in Mediterranean and collectivist cultures.