Money talks: study tests if financial coaching boosts relationship success

NCT ID NCT05359185

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether adding career coaching and financial planning to standard relationship education helps couples more than relationship classes alone. 344 couples were randomly assigned to one of two groups and tracked for a year. Researchers measured relationship satisfaction, communication, income, and financial strain to see if the extra services made a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

relationship education, career coaching, financial planning

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that adding financial and career support to relationship classes helps couples build stronger relationships and better economic stability.

What could go wrong

This is a completed behavioral study, not a medical trial. Results may not apply to all couples, and improvements may be modest or short-term.

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Locations

  • The Parenting Center

    Fort Worth, Texas, 76107, United States