Journal of Professional Counseling

ASSESSING ATTITUDE TOWARDS COVID-19 IN PREPARATION FOR COUNSELLING: EXPERIENCE OF UNDERGRADUATES IN A NIGERIAN PRIVATE UNIVERSITY

2023-11-26T19:44:30+00:00

The objective of this study is to empirically measure the attitude of undergraduate students toward COVID-19 in preparation for Counselling. Two hundred and sixty-three (263) undergraduate students in a Nigerian Private University participated in the study. The instrument used was Attitude towards Corona Virus Questionnaire. The content validity was established by a Test and Measurement expert. The research questions are: What percentage of the respondents was aware of COVID-19? What percentage of the respondents believe that COVID-19 kills? What percentage of the respondents witnessed COVID-19 death? What percentage of the respondents believed in the COVID-19 medical intervention protocols? What percentage of the respondents obeyed the COVID-19 protocol? What percentage exercised faith in their religion to fight the COVID-19 pandemic? What percentage of the respondents was infected with COVID19? The data was analysed with basic descriptive statistics. The result shows that 90.9% (n=239; N=263) of the respondents were aware of COVID-19; Though 93.2% (n=245) believed that COVID-19 kills, only 26.2% [n=69] directly witnessed COVID-19 death. Though 66.2% (n=174) of the respondents reported they believed in the COVID-19 protocols, only 20.5% (n=54) reported that they consistently kept the protocol, while 40.7% (n=107) obeyed sometimes. It is interesting to note that 92% (n=242) reported that they used a combination of faith in their religious beliefs and adherence with the COVID-19 protocols to fight the pandemic, while 8% (n=22) neither applied faith nor obeyed the COVID-19 protocol. On the question of infection, 11.8% (n=31) reported they were infected with COVID-19. The findings revealed a number of interesting dimensions that informed the recommendations.

SELF-ESTEEM AS CORRELATE OF SHYNESS AMONG PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS OF OYO STATE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, LANLATE

2023-11-26T19:48:29+00:00

The main goal of this study has been to determine the reasons for shyness, investigate its prevalence and examine the influence of self esteem in relation to a degree of shyness among pre-service teachers at Oyo State College of Education, Lanlate. This study was guided by two research questions and two hypotheses. The chosen study design was a descriptive survey. A sample of 200 pre-service teachers from the Oyo State College of Education in Lanlate made up the study's population. To assess students' self-esteem and determine their level of shyness, a structured questionnaire was used for data collection that included the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) and the Revised Cheek and Buss Shyness Scale (RCBSS). Independent samples t-test and Pearson's Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) were the statistical tools used for the study, with the hypotheses tested at .05 level of significance. The finding of the study showed that self-esteem and shyness had significant relationship while gender had no significant influence on shyness. It was recommended that the institution of higher learning should organise from time to time seminars and symposia that would expose students to social events thereby boosting their self-esteem and reducing their shyness or phobia and enhance activities that foster belongingness.

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MARITAL CRISES AND SCHOOLADJUSTMENT AMONG MARRIED STUDENTS IN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, GAWU BABANGIDA STUDY CENTRE, NIGER STATE, NIGERIA

2023-11-26T19:52:38+00:00

In the study, married students at the College of Education at the Gawu Babangida Study Center in Niger State, Nigeria, are examined in relation to their adjustment to school and their marital conflict. The study was directed by three objectives, research questions, and no hypotheses. The study's methodology was a survey. 408 (200, 300, 400L) married students from the College of Education's Gawu Babangida Study Center made up the study's population. 222 pupils were purposefully chosen as the study's sample from the 408 total students. The study was conducted using a researcher-designed questionnaire called the "marriage crisis and school adjustment scale." To evaluate the hypotheses, Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was utilized. According to the study's results, there is a strong correlation between marital crisis and behavioral school adjustment, with a p-value of 0.000 and an r-value of 0.333, respectively. Additionally, this study's results showed that there is no connection between marital crisis and cognitive school adjustment, with r=0.043 and p = 0.243. Based on these findings, the researcher recommended that married couples should practice honesty, tolerance, fairness, and justice in their marriage in order to preserve their cognitive school adjustment

COUNSELLING FOR VALUE RE-ORIENTATION AT HOME

2023-11-26T19:57:19+00:00

Counselling for value re-orientation at home is a therapeutic approach that aims to help individuals reassess and align their values, beliefs, and attitudes with their current life circumstances. This study explores the concept and significance of this type of counselling within the context of a home setting, with a focus on a case study conducted in Maidugari, Borno State, Nigeria involving 30 families living in poverty, 20 families with an average income, and 10 affluent families. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative methods, and involves the participation of five professional counsellors. Value re-orientation becomes essential when individuals experience a disconnection or conflict between their deeply held values and the choices they make or the challenges they face. Conducting value re-orientation counselling in the home setting offers unique advantages, such as providing a sense of security, relaxation, and privacy. Clients can engage in meaningful discussions and reflections on their values within their own space, facilitating personal growth and transformation. The outcomes of Value Re-Orientation at Home counselling are profound, as individuals gain clarity about their values and make more conscious decisions aligned with their authentic selves. In conclusion, counselling for value re-orientation at Home offers a valuable and effective therapeutic approach for individuals seeking to realign their values with their lives. The case study in Maidugari, Borno State, Nigeria, involving 60 family units and five professional counsellors, sheds light on the effectiveness and benefits of value reorientation counselling in different socioeconomic contexts.

COUNSELLING FOR VALUE RE-ORIENTATION AT THE TERTIARY EDUCATION

2023-11-26T20:37:44+00:00

Counselling for value re-orientation at the tertiary education level is crucial for supporting students in their personal and professional development, hence the need of counselling which presents an overview of the importance and potential benefits of this approach in necessary. The study focuses on a case study conducted at the University of Abuja using a sample of 100 students from the Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education, comprising 25 students from each academic level (100 to 400), and 10 lecturers from the department. Counselling for value reorientation assists students in reassessing and aligning their personal values, beliefs, and attitudes with their educational and career aspirations. The primary objective is to help students explore and clarify their values, comprehend their influence on decision-making, and ensure alignment between their academic pursuits and authentic selves.Counselling interventions for value re-orientation include individual sessions, workshops, and group discussions, creating a supportive environment for students to reflect on their values, address conflicts, and develop strategies for living in alignment with their identified values. Effective implementation of counselling for value reorientation requires counsellor training and empowerment, enabling them to facilitate the process. Collaboration between counselling services, academic advisors, and faculty members is essential to integrate value re-orientation support into the broader educational framework. In conclusion, counselling for value re-orientation at the tertiary education level is vital for supporting students' personal and academic development. By assisting students in exploring and aligning their values, this counselling approach contributes to overall well-being and success in educational and future career endeavors.

DEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES AND AWARENESS ON UTERINE FIBROID AMONG FEMALE UNDERGRADUATES IN DELTA CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT

2023-11-26T20:55:54+00:00

Female undergraduates in the Delta Central Senatorial District had their uterine fibroid knowledge and management correlated with demographic factors in this study. The study was framed by six research questions and five hypotheses. A correlational research design was used in the study. 15,660 and 375 female students in tertiary institutions in the Delta Central Senatorial District, respectively, made up the study's population and sample size. Using a proportionate stratified sampling procedure, the students were chosen from tertiary institutions located throughout the Delta Central Senatorial District's eight local government divisions. The 'Awareness of Uterine Fibroid Rating Scale' (AUFRS) questionnaire was the research tool employed in this study. Experts verified the questionnaire for face, content, and construct validity. The dependability index was calculated using the Cronbach alpha predictability coefficient, which yielded a coefficient of 0.802. The data were analyzed using the standard deviations, means, and Pearson's Product Moment Correlation. At a significance level of 0.05, regression statistics were also used in testing the hypotheses. The study's conclusions depicted that undergraduate students in the Senatorial District of the central area of Delta State have a high level of awareness of uterine fibroid; there is no significant relationship between age and this awareness; there is no noteworthy relationship between level of study and this awareness; and the education level of the parents has no noteworthy relationship with this awareness. According to the results, female undergraduate students have a high degree of awareness of uterine fibroid, which is not likely to be influenced by their age, level of study, parents' education level, or religion. The study made several recommendations, including the need to raise awareness among female undergraduate students in additional Delta State senatorial districts and to maintain and improve current levels of knowledge.

GENDER BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA: IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNSELLING

2023-11-26T21:06:09+00:00

Gender-based violence is on physical/mental health, and can result in isolation, sadness, and attempts at suicide. Domestic violence against women is an international problem that cuts beyond borders of nation, culture, and class. This study highlights its causes and analyzes the many forms of violence. It discusses indicators violence in Nigeria as well as its destructive effects on both the victim and society at large. To lower the number of incidences of gender-centered violence in Nigeria, counseling interventions for both victims and offenders were emphasised. One of the recommendations was for the government to occasionally host seminars and workshops on gender - based violence.

IMPACT OF PARENTAL NEGLIGENCE AND VIOLENT MOVIES ON SCHOOL-BASED VIOLENCE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOLS STUDENTS IN ILORIN METROPOLIS: COUNSELLING IMPLICATIONS.

2023-11-26T21:15:00+00:00

The problem of violence in schools is bigger than it first seems, and it is increasing at an epidemic rate. This issue still exists despite numerous research on school violence. It is critical to look at the causes of violence in schools. In this study, secondary school pupils in the Ilorin region are examined for their involvement in school violence and its effects on counseling. In this research, a descriptive study of expo facto methodology was undertaken. Using a stratified sample, 300 participants were selected from high school students in the greater Ilorin area. The participants were between the ages of 11 and 24. Correlation, multiple regression analysis, and t-test were used to test five hypotheses. Results showed a significant association between parental neglect and school violence (r = 0.510** p 0.05) and violent film exposure (r = 0.212** p 0.05). The three variables explained 71.3% of the variance in predicting school violence among participants. Based on these findings, it is proposed to encourage positive parent-child relationships among students, there is a beneficial use of social media, particularly movies. In addition, school counselors should increase their efforts to train students to prevent school violence.

AN EXAMINATION OF THE OCCURRENCE OF GENDER-CENTERED SCHOOLAGGRESSION AMONG FEMALE YOUTHS IN DELTA CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA

2023-11-26T21:20:18+00:00

The goal of this inquiry is to examine the occurrence of gender-centered school aggression among female youths. To direct its investigation, the study developed three research questions and used a cross-sectional survey approach. A multi-stage sample technique was deployed to choose a total of 1,165 adult participants, including males/females, who were 18 years of age or older from two rural and two urban local government regions. A self-made questionnaire and comprehensive interview questions were deployed to obtain the data. These study tools were validated by two more specialists in Guidance and Counseling Department at Delta State University, Abraka, plus the researcher's supervisors. These tests were given to 20 youngsters who weren't in the study's sample to establish reliability, and the results showed a Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.75. In the carefully selected LGAs, the researchers and six trained research assistants collected data for the investigation. Descriptive statistics, such as percentages, and thematic approaches were used in the data analysis. According to the investigation's results, young people in the Delta Central Senatorial District frequently assault women, with variances depending on their age, marital status, degree of education, religion, and gender. Male dominance, gender disparity, the belief that men are superior, the belief that women are the weaker gender, and female economic dependency on men are only a few of the variables that have been linked to aggression towards women. The investigation came to the conclusion that vehemence towards women might result in a numeral of unfavourable consequences, such as homicide, suicide, depression, STDs, HIV/AIDS, drug misuse, harm to the body, high mortality rates, high blood pressure, and even unexpected death. The investigation suggests that in light of these findings, both governmental and non-governmental groups hold workshops/seminars in rural and urban regions and broaden their awareness-raising initiatives to include rural people.

PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS AS PREDICTORS OF COUNSELLING COMPETENCIES OF PROSPECTIVE COUNSELLORS IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN EDO AND DELTA STATES

2023-11-26T21:24:06+00:00

This study investigated personality characteristics as predictors of counselling competencies of prospective counsellors in public universities in Edo and Delta States of Nigeria. The purpose of the study was to find out if personality characteristics predicts counsellor competencies of prospective counsellor in public Universities in Edo and Delta States.Two research questions were raised and one hypothesis was formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. Survey research design adopting the correlational approach was used in this study. The population of the study comprised all Masters students in public universities in Edo and Delta States in the 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 sessions who had completed practicum counselling course. A sample of 89 prospective counsellors was used for the study. The researcher used the Prospective Counsellors' Personality Characteristics Questionnaire (PCPCQ) adapted from the Big Five Personality Inventory BFPI) by John and Srivastava(1999) and Counsellor Personality Scale(CPS) developed by Alutu (2013). Reliability coefficients of 0.914, 0.630 ,0.818, 0.691, 0.607, were obtained for openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness, neuroticism respectively for the Counsellor Personality characteristics questionnaire subscale. 0.810, 0.896, 0.796 were obtained for knowledge, skills and behavioural sub-scales respectively for Counsellor Competency Questionnaire. Descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and Regression analysis were used for analysis of data and testing of hypothesis respectively. The outcomes of the study revealed the following: The level of counselling competencies of prospective counsellors in public universities in Edo and Delta States is high; The Big five personality characteristics do not significantly predict Counselling Competencies. It was therefore recommended that counsellor educators should teach the prospective counsellors the techniques and ethics guarding the profession since it has been proven that the big five personalities do not predict counselling competencies.

POSITIVE PARENTING AND THE OVERALL WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN: IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNSELLING

2023-11-26T21:30:48+00:00

This study aims to determine positive parenting on the overall well-being of children. Positive parenting considers the balance of showing affection and exercising discipline toward the child. Two research questions and hypotheses were formulated and tested to achieve this objective. The study design was a cross-sectional descriptive survey with 250 parents participating. The instrument used for data collection was the Nicomachus positive parenting (NPP) questionnaire which measures various dimensions of positive parenting styles such as nurturing values, strength identification and boosting, parenting context, and involvement in parenting approach towards the child and parental attitudes. The data were analysed using frequency counts, percentages, means, standard deviation and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Results show that many parents are involved in positive parenting styles. It also reveals a significant difference in fathers' and mothers' four dimensions of positive parenting. It was recommended that counsellors, health professionals, teachers, parents and all the stakeholders involved in child upbringing should give adequate attention to parenting styles and create more awareness among the parents through various platforms on the importance and implications of their parenting styles. The study concludes that parenting styles are crucial to a child's development.

PROBLEMS CONFRONTING COUNSELLING SERVICES IN SCHOOLS AS PERCEIVED BY PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLORS IN KWARA STATE

2023-11-26T21:36:54+00:00

The study investigated problems confronting counselling services as perceived by professional counsellors in Kwara State. The study looked at the effect of gender, marital status and educational qualifications on the perception of the respondent. The study used the descriptive survey method, and 200 participants were chosen through the use of an accidental sampling technique. The instrument used to gather the required information was a questionnaire type called the Problems Confronting Counselling Services Questionnaire (PCCSQ). The reliability coefficient for the PCCSQ was 0.81, which was obtained through the test-retest method. To direct the course of the investigation, one research question and three null hypotheses were raised to guide the conduct of the study. The findings revealed many problems confronting counselling services which include time constraints, uncooperative clients, and a lack of assistance from parents and insufficient facilities, the t-test and ANOVAstatistics were used to test the hypotheses, with a significance level of 0.05. The findings indicated that gender, marital status, and educational qualification were all significantly different on how professional counsellors in Kwara State perceived problems confronting counselling services. Based on the findings, it is then advised that schools give enough time for counselling so that the counsellor and students can have adequate interaction, and that the Government should provide funds for counselling initiatives to ensure prompt implementation.

SHADOW PANDEMIC AND SUICIDAL IDEATION AMONG STUDENTS IN LAGOS STATE TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: COUNSELLING FOR ATTITUDINAL CHANGE

2023-11-26T21:49:51+00:00

This research examines the impact of the shadow pandemic on the prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) among students in Lagos State Tertiary Institutions. The issue of suicidal thoughts being a new wave among undergraduate students metamorphosed into suicidal attempts leading to suicide on campuses and the heifer society. With the use of the Shadow Pandemic and Suicidal Ideation Inventory (SPSII), the research adopted the descriptive correlational design to elicit information about shadow pandemics and suicidal ideation among students in tertiary institutions. The sample for the study comprised 145 participants that were randomly selected from the Lagos State University College of Medicine, Ikeja, Lagos State University of Education, Otto-Ijanikin, and Lagos State University, Epe campus. SPSII reliability coefficient using Cronbach's Alpha reliability coefficient was 0.89. The instrument was administered individually in a group counselling setting. Data collected were analysed using the Percentages, Pearson Product Moment correlational coefficient and ANOVAfor stated hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. The result revealed that there is a significant relationship between the shadow pandemic and suicidal ideation and SI was not based on age groups. Therefore, counselling for attitudinal change was recommended in order to expose the students to coping strategies and reduce the impacts of SI on students.

SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING AS CORRELATE OF MARRIAGE QUALITY IN DELTA STATE

2023-11-26T21:55:04+00:00

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between spiritual well-being and marriage quality of individual couples in Delta State. This study adopted correlational design to examine spiritual well-being and marriage quality in Delta State. Two (2) research questions and two (2) null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The population for the study was all married couples in Delta State. The multistage cluster sampling technique was employed in this study. 607 couples were selected from the approximate population of married persons 303,833 using the Kerlinger rule of thumb. The instruments used was Spiritual well-being Questionnaire (SWQ), Marriage Quality Questionnaire (MQQ). These instruments have both face and content validity, the reliability coefficient is; 0.84 and 0.89 using cronbach's alpha. Research Questions were answered using Pearson's Product Moment Correlation while the hypotheses were tested using regression analysis. The findings of the study revealed that; there is a positive relationship between spiritual well-being and marriage quality in Delta State. Spiritual well-being is an important index in fostering a happy home, it was recommended that couples should engage in their religious affairs together tolling the same line of interest especially when it has to do with their spiritual life.

COUNSELLING AGAINST VIOLENT BEHAVIOURS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN IMO STATE

2023-11-26T22:00:11+00:00

The study evaluated the impact of counseling on violent behaviours of senior secondary schools in Imo State, Nigeria. Key research questions guided the scope and length of the study and a survey method was used for designing the study. The population of the study were senior secondary class two students (SS2) and 10 counsellors drawn from each of the six educations zones in Imo state, namely Owerri zone 1 and 2, Orlu Zone 1 and 2 and Okigwe zone 1 & 2. The sample and sample techniques were one hundred and thirty four (134) students and 60 counsellors drawn from the study population. The instrument of the study is a combination of primary and secondary self-made questionnaire and questionnaire drawn from literature review) named Counselling Against Violent Behaviours among Secondary School Students (CAVBASSS) The findings revealed that the secondary school violent behaviours reduced due to the roles of school counsellors in Imo State. Furthermore, based on the research findings from the study, the counsellors' responses indicated that counselling helped some students to stop verbal and physical fighting and scheduling time for counselling students to reduce violent behaviours was not an easy task to achieve. Most of the counsellors reported no increase in school violence in the recent time due to the increased availability and access to counselling services in the secondary schools. The following recommendations was made: (i) it is of benefit if future researchers use large sample size that covers the surroundings state (ii) comparative study of the variances of school violence in different states and regions.

STAFF AND STUDENTS RESPONSES TO UNIVERSITY MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR PREVENTING UNETHICAL BEHAVIOURS, CORRUPT PRACTICES, GENDER AND RELIGIOUS DISCRIMINATION: IMPLICATIONS TO MENTAL HEALTH

2023-11-26T22:04:11+00:00

This study investigates staff and students' responses to university management strategies for prevention of unethical behaviours, corrupt practices, gender and religious discriminations with implications on mental health. The study used an ex-post facto descriptive survey design. The population consisted of three thousand (3,000) staff and one hundred thousand (100,000) of Open and Distance University system. Random sampling technique was used to select 360 samples of staff and students. A scale created by the researchers was used to collect data. titled: “Preventing University Unethical Behaviours, Corrupt Practices, Gender and Religious Discrimination Scale. The scale was validated through the use of face and content validity and test re-test reliability with reliability coefficient of 0.97. Statistical mean and t–test statistic at P≤ 0.05 were utilized to examine the information gathered. Among the findings of the study were that staff and students agreed on the availability of management strategies in the university, a significant difference between staff and students' responses on the extent to which management strategies for prevention of unethical behaviours, corrupt practices, gender and religious discrimination given a high profile in the university. The study recommended that equal protection should be given to both staff and students irrespective of gender and religious affiliation, overt and covert university strategies should be created for identifying all forms of unethical behaviours corrupt practices, gender and religious discrimination with continuous and timely review of existing university management strategies for prevention of unethical behaviours, corrupt practices, gender and religious discriminations

CAUSES AND INFLUENCE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ON STUDENTS' BEHAVIOURAL PATTERNS IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN IDAH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KOGI STATE, NIGERIA.

2023-11-26T22:10:44+00:00

The study investigated the causes and influence of domestic violence on the students' behavioural patterns in senior secondary school in Idah Local Government Area of Kogi State. The study was guided with two objectives, two research questions and one null hypothesis. Asurvey was used as the research methodology. 2,870 pupils made up the study's total population, and 244 of them were chosen at random from seven nearby schools. The instrument used to collect the data was a selfstructured questionnaire entitled: Causes and Influence of Domestic Violence Questionnaire (CIDVQ). The demographic data were analyzed using simple percentage while answers research questions were analyzed using mean scores and standard deviation. The hypothesis was tested using t-test. This hypothesis was tested at 0.05 level of significance. The findings showed that, the causes of domestic violence are; intimidation, aggression, pride, disrespect and frustration. It was also revealed that; domestic violence influence students' behavioural patterns negatively. Results from the tested hypotheses revealed that, domestic violence has negative effect on the behavioural patterns of both male and female students. Therefore, it was recommended that, stake-holders like counsellors, social organization and religious bodies should use every available opportunity to educate the populate in general and family in particular to avoid violence of any form due to its effects on the students' negative behavioural patterns.

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DEPRESSION AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN SAMARU METROPOLIS, KADUNA STATE NIGERIA

2023-11-27T04:05:45+00:00

This paper examined the relationship between depression and domestic violence among Senior Secondary School Students in Samaru metropolis, Kaduna state, Nigeria. The study has two objectives, two research questions, and two null hypotheses. A correlation design was adopted. The study's focus sample consisted of 200 students—74 male and 126 female—enrolled in public senior secondary schools in the study area that had been exposed to domestic abuse cases as verified by school counselors and career masters. The researchers used all domestic violence victims as a sample. T- Beck Depression Inventory which was initially 21 items but revised to 15 fitting the level of learners and the Domestic Violence Inventory (DVI) consisting of 19 items were the instruments employed in the investigation. The gathered information were tested utilizing Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) and t-test statistical at 0.05 alpha level of significance. The results of this investigation showed that a relationship exist between depression and domestic violence among senior secondary school students. Also, finding reveals that there is a difference in depression among male and female senior secondary school students. The study recommends that Domestic violence awareness campaigns should be implemented so that people can learn about the impact that domestic abuse has on victims.

CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES AND RESOLUTION OF MARITAL CONFLICT AS PERCEIVED BY MARRIED ADULTS IN ONDO METROPOLIS

2023-11-27T04:11:39+00:00

Abstract The study investigated causes, consequences and resolution of marital conflict. The population of the study comprised all married adults in Ondo metropolis and the sample consisted of 100 randomly selected married adults in Ondo metropolis. A survey research design was adopted for the study. Three research questions were raised to guide the study. Structured questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection. Reliability of the instrument was ascertained using Cronbach alpha which yielded a coefficient of 0.867. Data collected were analysed using frequency counts, simple percentages and ranking. The findings of the study revealed causes of marital conflict to include money, poor or no communication, unsatisfying sex, relatives interference, schedule of work, repeated mistakes, careless talk, extra marital sex and hostile personality among others: the consequences are psychological abuse of partners, depression, physical abuse of partners, alcoholism among others while identifying the real issue, expressing your feelings, not bringing up the past and specifying areas of agreement are among the means of resolving marital conflict. It was therefore recommended that financial empowerment is effective communication should be encouraged among married adults.