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In this study we examined types of marriages among contemporary married women. The relationships between marriage types and marital quality were explored. Data were taken from the Panel Study of Family Dynamics (PSFD) (N=1,128). Using latent class analysis (LCA) to develop a typology of marriages, we found four types: (a) Institutional, (b) Companionate, (c) Institutional companionate, and (d) Negotiate. The marriage types of married women showed generational differences and were related to personal resources and family development stages. The findings show that the types of marriages are significantly related to both marital satisfaction and marital conflict. The Institutional companionate model of marriage, women who embraced traditional norms about marriage and gender equality of housework division enjoyed high-quality marriages. Marriages organized according to institutional norms experienced lower levels of marital quality. The results are discussed from a culture-informed perspective on marital typologies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: To offer consensus on the utilization of corticosteroids (CS) for treating non-infectious uveitis in the context of clinical practice in Taiwan. This entails examining the different administration methods, their advantages and disadvantages, and considering alternative treatments according to the prevailing evidence and health policies. Methods: Ten ophthalmologists and one rheumatologist convened on December 11, 2022, to review and discuss literature on the topic. The databases explored were the Central Cochrane library, EMBASE, Medline, PUBMED, and Web of Science using relevant keywords. The search spanned from January 1996 to June 2023. After the initial results of the literature review were presented, open voting determined the final statements, with a statement being accepted if it secured more than 70% agreement. This consensus was then presented at significant meetings for further discussions before the final version was established. Results: A flow chart and nine statements emerged from the deliberations. They address the importance of CS in uveitis management, guidelines for using topical CS, indications for both periocular or intravitreal and systemic therapies, and tapering and discontinuation methods for both topical and systemic CS. Conclusion: While CS are a cornerstone for non-infectious uveitis treatment, their administration requires careful consideration, depending on the clinical situation and the specific type of uveitis. The consensus generated from this article provides a guideline for practitioners in Taiwan, taking into account local health policies and the latest research on the subject. It emphasizes the significance of strategic tapering, the potential for alternative therapies, and the importance of patient-centric care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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