Exploring Factors That Influence Sustainable Marriage In St. Francis College Of Education And St. Francis Demonstration Basic School Community, Hohoe

Abstract

This study investigates measures that ensure sustainability of marriages and to find out the extent to which these measures contribute to stable marriages. The research is undertaken in St. Francis College of Education Community, Hohoe. A sample of 140 respondents made up of teaching and non-teaching staff was randomly selected to complete questionnaire asking them to indicate the extent to which identified indicators contribute to stability of their marriages. The raw data of 21 original factors were subjected to factor analysis to identify the factors that contribute most to marriage stability. The result of the study shows that Love, understanding, acceptance and respect for each other, commitment to the marriage are factors that ensure sustainable marriage.

Keywords: Marriage, stability, divorce, husband, wife.