Interpersonal Communication Conflicts in Marriages Between Sayyid and Non-Sayyid Women: A Case Study from Takalar Regency

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the types of interpersonal communication conflicts in marriages between Sayyid and non-Sayyid women in Kabupaten Takalar, examining the factors causing these conflicts, and exploring strategies to address them. This qualitative study adopts a case study approach through in-depth interviews. The findings reveal that marriages between Sayyid and non-Sayyid women in Takalar give rise to identity conflicts influenced by several factors, including social dilemmas and cultural identity, injustice, misunderstandings, individual differences, and family disorganization. To address these conflicts, interpersonal communication is crucial, involving open dialogues among family members and individuals involved in the marriage.