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The Coping Strategy of Korean Men in an International Marriage

국제결혼 한국인 남성의 결혼생활 대처전략에 관한 연구

  • 최운선 (남서울대학교 아동복지학과) ;
  • 홍기순 (그리스도대학교 아동복지학전공)
  • Received : 2012.08.28
  • Accepted : 2012.11.26
  • Published : 2012.12.31
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Abstract

This study was conducted to explore the coping strategy of Korean men in an international marriage. To achieve this purpose, we selected 4 Korean husbands who had married after seeking the services of matchmaking agencies, and we used snowball sampling. The data were collected through in-depth interviews, and analyzed according to the case study research method. It was found that the men considered international marriage to be their second choice instead of the best one. But they considered their marriage to be 'a prepared marriage', not 'a rash marriage.' 'The prepared marriage' allowed them to have realistic expectations, and to become 'tied in wedlock' with 'a good person.' The Korean husbands coped with difficulties and problems through flexible thinking, such as considering 'how the woman acts depends on the man', 'finding a model mentor couple', 'keeping an open mind to each other', 'reinforcing family ties', and 'developing their wife's independent capacity.' Based on the results, practical alternatives for Korean husbands were suggested. Lastly, the limitations of this study were mentioned.

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