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Gambaran Kepuasan Pernikahan pada Istri Pertama yang Dipoligami (Studi Pernikahan di Bawah 10 Tahun) Yanissya Purnomo; Agustini
Merpsy Journal Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Mercu Buana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22441/merpsy.v18i1.37857

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This study investigates marital satisfaction among first wives in polygamous marriages lasting less than 10 years. Using a phenomenological qualitative approach, four first wives married under 10 years were interviewed in-depth. The analysis focused on communication, commitment, emotional closeness, role distribution, and economic conditions. Findings reveal that before polygamy, marriages were relatively stable with clear communication and expectations of long-term unity. After polygamy commenced, all participants reported decreased marital satisfaction, characterized by reduced emotional intimacy, trust, communication, and altered commitment meanings. Key factors contributing to this decline included the husband's lack of transparency, changed time and attention allocation, imbalanced domestic roles, and economic instability from supporting a second family. The subjects went through emotional stages of shock, rage, and disappointment. While the presence of children became the primary reason for all subjects to stay, religious values and social support became the primary reinforcing factors for NV, FT, and YT in maintaining their relationships. In order to minimize changes in marital quality and long-term emotional impacts, psychological preparedness, transparency, relational fairness, and psychosocial support are necessary. This study demonstrates that polygamy in marriage phases under ten years has the potential to disrupt previously established relational stability
Depressive Symptoms Among Wives Experiencing Domestic Violence in Indonesia: A Phenomenological Study Agustini
Sinergi International Journal of Psychology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): May 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Sinergi Kawula Muda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61194/psychology.v4i2.1061

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Domestic violence has psychological consequences for wives, yet less attention has been given to how wives in Indonesia make meaning of depressive symptoms while remaining in abusive relationships. This study explored the lived experiences, psychological dynamics, and meaning-making processes of wives who experienced depressive symptoms in the context of domestic violence. Using a qualitative phenomenological design, three wives who met the study criteria were selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, DSM-IV-TR-based depressive-symptom screening for eligibility, triangulation with significant others, and member checking. Data were analyzed using phenomenologically oriented thematic analysis through significant statements, meaning units, theme development, intracase analysis, and cross-case analysis. The findings showed that psychological violence was the most dominant form of violence. Depressive symptoms appeared through sadness, sleep disturbance, self-blame, loss of interest, emotional exhaustion, social withdrawal, helplessness, and loss of hope. These symptoms were shaped by repeated violence, limited support, economic dependence, children, and sociocultural expectations surrounding marriage and motherhood. This study contributes to a phenomenological understanding of how domestic violence may be internalized into negative meanings about the self, the marital and social environment, and the future. Support should integrate safety, legal protection, psychological care, social support, and economic empowerment.
Co-Authors Yanissya Purnomo