AKLILU ERDACHEW2026-02-042024-12https://etd.hu.edu.et/handle/123456789/607This study investigates the causes of marital conflict and the resolution mechanisms employed by married couples in Hawassa City Administration and utilizing a quantitative research approach. A total of 385 participants were selected through simple random sampling from Dato Odahe Kebele. Data collection was conducted using a structured questionnaire designed to assess personal experiences of marital conflict and the strategies utilized for resolution. The analysis focused on examining the relationship between various predictors and the level of marital conflict through regression analysis. Additionally, differences in sexual factors and gender groups were evaluated using an independent samples t-test, while conflict resolution mechanisms based on the length of marriage were analyzed through linear regression. The findings revealed that sexual, socio-cultural, and economic factors accounted for 42.9% of the variance in marital conflict, indicating a statistically significant impact (p < 0.05). In contrast, psychological factors did not significantly contribute, with 67.1% of the remaining variance attributed to other unexamined factors. The independent samples t-test showed no significant difference in mean scores of sexual factors between male and female participants. Furthermore, the year of marriage alone did not provide a strong explanation for variations in resolution mechanisms. These results enhance the understanding of marital dynamics in Hawassa and offer insights into potential interventions for conflict resolution among couples.Marital ConflictResolution MechanismsMarried CoupleThesis