12. Transition to Partnership/Marriage Tasks

Identity Tasks

Establishing couple/family themes, negotiating partner roles, and building congruent conjugal identities

Boundary Tasks

Establishing external boundaries (distance with in-laws/friends) and internal boundaries (balancing togetherness vs. individual privacy)

Maintenance Tasks

Managing household chores and financial systems (joint vs. separate accounts)

Emotional Climate Tasks

Expressing intimacy/support, developing a shared sexual script, and managing conflict

Communication & Adjustment

Communication is the foundational tool for completing all tasks. Financial or chore arguments are rarely just about money or cleaning—they reflect deeper communication issues regarding power, gender, privacy, and values.