Articles tagged with Marriage
A recent commentary by Dartmouth College's Bala Chaudhary highlights the challenges faced by women researchers who choose to get married and change their last names. The lack of a consistent way to update publication records can lead to biases in grant and tenure applications, potentially affecting career advancement.
A study by McGill University researchers found that child marriages in 14 US states violated statutory rape laws, often due to exemptions allowing sex between married couples. The research highlights the need to reexamine marital exemptions and raise the minimum legal age for marriage to avoid inconsistencies.
A study led by Yekaterina Chzhen at Trinity College Dublin found that poverty directly affects both children and parents, leading to economic pressure and psychological distress. This challenges mainstream theoretical models of poverty and calls for a more nuanced understanding of the impact of economic hardship on families.
A genetic study published at Queen Mary University of London found that individuals with higher genetic sensitivity benefit more from couple's therapy, particularly in the long-term. The researchers used genome-wide data to assess genetic sensitivity and found that it had a significant impact on marital satisfaction over time.
A recent Indiana University study found that a spouse's education has a positive impact on their partner's overall health. The researchers used data from the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study and discovered an effect size comparable to that of individual education levels.
Research from Concordia University explores how celebrity marriages impact career prospects in the film industry. The study found that a spouse's professional network plays a crucial role in boosting career outcomes, particularly for women who face challenges in achieving career advancement.
A recent study found that robots negatively impact marriage stability and fertility, while improving gender pay equity. The research revealed that exposure to industrial robots worsens men's economic stature and reduces their ability to form long-term commitments, but boosts women's earnings and increases their labor force participation.
A study from the University of Illinois examines how spatial proximity affects relationship dynamics in older adult couples. The researchers found that when partners are close to each other, their heart rates synchronize in a lead-lag relationship, indicating a complex interplay between physiological responses and interaction patterns.
A Rutgers researcher found that only half of US adolescents receive comprehensive sex education, with gaps in information about birth control and STI prevention. Gender and racial disparities were also identified, with queer youth and people of color receiving less instruction.
Experts warn of a crisis in sex education due to the continued creation and endorsement of abstinence-only curricula. Comprehensive sex education is proven to promote sexual health among adolescents, but its delivery has declined over the last 25 years.
The UK's new visa for Hong Kongers is framed as a haven for Britain's former colonial subjects, but Professor Michaela Benson warns of 'undoubtedly colonialist overtones'. The visa scheme has been criticized for its selective nature and perceived biases towards certain migrants.
Researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 women who dated or were married to incarcerated partners, analyzing the impact of courtesy stigma and women's coping strategies. The study found that despite disapproval from loved ones, women chose to remain in their relationships, highlighting benefits such as deeper communicat...
A recent cohort study found that couples from Japan and the Netherlands share similar lifestyle habits, body shape, blood pressure, and disease incidences. This suggests that healthy choices and mutual encouragement can help prevent cardiometabolic risks.
A new study highlights significant disparities in dementia care availability by gender, race, ethnicity, education level, and family structure. The findings emphasize the importance of family caregivers, with those having available spouse or adult child support being less likely to move into nursing homes.
A new study by Johns Hopkins University sociologist Andrew Cherlin found that college-educated women are increasingly likely to have a first child before marriage. The study suggests that the role of marriage in starting families is shifting among young adults, with many opting for cohabitation instead.
A study analyzing data from 1,104 married couples found that both spouses' enduring qualities, such as neuroticism and attachment styles, predict changes in relationship satisfaction. Stress moderated the effect of these qualities on behavior and satisfaction.
A Tel Aviv University study of 10,000 Israeli men found that dissatisfaction with married life significantly predicts death from a cerebrovascular accident and premature death. The study showed that unhappily married men are 69% more likely to die from a stroke than those who rank their marriage satisfaction highly.
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed weaknesses in England and Wales' marriage laws, with couples facing uncertainty about their ability to marry. Researchers found that the rules governing marriages struck a balance between legal events and social gatherings, but failed to please anyone.
A recent study from the University of Notre Dame found that disagreeable married men who do not contribute equally to household chores often have higher salaries due to increased focus on their careers. This phenomenon suggests that imbalanced social exchanges at home, particularly with spouses, play a crucial role in determining indiv...
Researchers found that online commenters used metaphors to describe prenups as 'insurance' or 'safety features', reframe negative perceptions. Most commenters viewed prenups positively, arguing they prepare for the worst while maintaining a long-term commitment.
A Spanish study led by María José González found that homosexual men suffer from wage disadvantages compared to heterosexuals, even after controlling for sociodemographic differences. In contrast, partnered lesbians tend to earn more due to their socio-occupational profile.
A new study by University of Arkansas psychologist Anastasia Makhanova found a correlation between the CD38 CC gene variation and higher levels of gratitude, trust, forgiveness, and increased marriage satisfaction. Individuals with the CC variation reported more positive perceptions beneficial to successful relationships.
A Rutgers University study found that girls whose mothers have more asset holdings are less likely to enter into child marriage, while those with fathers' wealth are more likely. The study also found that wealthy mothers can protect their daughters by leveraging their increased bargaining power.
A study by McGill University researchers found that child marriage remains a practice in Canada, with the majority of marriages being common-law unions. The study highlights the need for innovative approaches to address the issue and sheds light on the persistence of child marriage in the country.
A UNIGE study found that people who met their partners on dating applications have stronger cohabitation intentions and desires to have children. The results also show that couples formed through apps have diverse socio-educational profiles, leading to increased long-distance relationships.
Researchers found that Christian nationalist values among non-churchgoers were strongly tied to voting for Trump. In contrast, churchgoers' support for Trump was not influenced by their level of Christian nationalism. The study challenges the idea that the religious vote for Trump was driven by Christian leaders and institutions.
The study found that singles are more likely to have lower incomes and less education than their romantically minded peers. About half of all singles say they are not interested in heterosexual relationships, with younger Japanese being more likely to express disinterest.
A University of Illinois study found that rituals in dating relationships can magnify normative experiences and provide a preview into family life and couple life. Rituals have the power to bond individuals and serve as diagnostic tools for where the relationship is going.
Child marriage primarily affects girls and occurs below 18 years old, contrary to common assumptions; a more accurate terminology is suggested to address female agency in marriage decisions.
Researchers found that 79% of participants were consistently married, while 8% were consistently single; however, the happiest groups had varied relationship histories or lived single their whole lives. Married individuals showed a slight increase in happiness, but not substantially.
A study found that early marriage can exacerbate risky alcohol use among individuals with a high genetic predisposition, contradicting the traditional view of marriage as a protective factor. The research suggests that early life events may not be as protective against poor mental and physical health outcomes as previously thought.
A recent study published in SSM - Population Health examined the impact of 18 major life events on wellbeing, including marriage, death of a loved one, and bankruptcy. The study found that some events had profound impacts on wellbeing, while others had little to no effect.
The study found that routine affection is essential for women's relationship satisfaction, while higher levels of routine affection correlate with men's relationship satisfaction. Non-sexual physical affection has a significant association with solid marriages.
A study analyzing data from over 12,000 adults found that larger families are more likely to oppose abortion and same-sex marriage. The relationship between family size and conservative attitudes is largely driven by greater religiosity and lower educational attainment.
A study found that educating people about the impact of same-sex parenting on children reduces prejudices and misconceptions. However, legal issues persist due to a lack of inclusive marriage policies, which can affect same-sex families in separation cases.
A new study found that parents who report loving each other tend to have children who stay in school longer and marry later. The researchers followed the children of 151 married couples in Nepal for 12 years, using data from the Chitwan Valley Family Study.
A new study by Yale sociologist Emma Zang found that China's 2011 judicial interpretation on property rights during divorce initially harmed women's wellbeing, but couples adapted over time to share property equally. Despite adaptations, the change has lingering costs, including increased housework for women and loss of property rights.
A new study by University of Michigan researchers found that men who receive caregiving from their spouses are more prone to feeling guilty and depressed due to negative spousal exchanges. In contrast, wives in caregiving relationships show less susceptibility to these effects, suggesting a difference in gender dynamics.
A study by Jonathan Schultz et al. reveals how the medieval Catholic Church's marriage policies replaced extended kin networks with nuclear households, contributing to increased individualism and less conformity in Western populations. The researchers controlled for variables such as education and income to support their findings.
A study by the University of Connecticut and University of Saskatchewan found that married CEOs tend to prioritize employee well-being and diversity, while non-married CEOs do not. Married CEOs are more likely to support hiring and promoting women, minorities, and disabled employees.
A new study reveals that childhood trauma is associated with earlier and non-marital births, which can lead to poorer health later in life. The findings suggest that early trauma affects decision-making in ways that cannot be entirely controlled.
Happy couples tend to take a solution-oriented approach to conflict, focusing on solvable issues like household labor and leisure time. They avoid discussing sensitive topics like health and intimacy, which can be challenging to resolve without risking vulnerability or embarrassment.
A recent study published in Psychological Science found that a person's premarital views on uncommitted sex can negatively impact their marriage. Research suggests that individuals with unrestricted sociosexual behaviors and attitudes prior to marriage are more likely to experience marital dissatisfaction and dissolution.
A new study reveals a significant scarcity of potential male spouses who resemble the husbands of comparable married women. Unmarried women face serious shortages of partners, particularly those from racial and ethnic minorities or with low to high socioeconomic status.
Twin beds were initially adopted for their supposed health benefits in the late 19th century, later becoming a symbol of modernity among middle-class couples. Despite this, their popularity waned by the 1960s as attitudes towards intimacy and hygiene shifted.
A study of 298,434 patients found that married women had a better prognosis after breast cancer diagnosis compared to single or divorced patients. Single patients showed improved outcomes only among white patients and those aged over 35 with hormone receptor-positive tumors.
A new study found that jobseekers are more likely to want to work for a company where the CEO takes a principled stance on political issues. The effect is true regardless of age, education, gender, or political orientation. Employees value humanistic values and expect goodwill from companies run by CEOs who engage in such activism.
A study of married couples in Vietnam found that a present-biased spouse tends to receive more money from their spouse's earnings and is less likely to save. External savings commitment devices like retirement plans or ROSCAs can help protect money from a present-biased spouse.
A new study by IFPRI examines the links between teenage pregnancy and child undernutrition in India, finding a strong association between adolescent mothers and undernutrition. The study suggests that ending early marriage is a key policy target to address the problem.
Research found that offspring born to couples married for less than three years have a 50% increase in risk for schizophrenia, while longer marriage duration is associated with a 14% reduction in risk. The study controlled for paternal age and psychiatric disorders.
A recent study analyzing eight premodern states reveals that queen rulers and main wives exercised significant political power, including determining succession, governing policies, and influencing alliances. These women often wielded comparable power to their male counterparts, with agency extending beyond warfare.
A study found that state-level legalization of gay marriage led to a significant decrease in implicit and explicit anti-gay bias across the US. The effects were consistent across models, suggesting that legislation locality may moderate local biases.
A new study by McGill University researchers found that state legislation played a significant role in reducing anti-gay bias in the US. By analyzing data from over 1 million respondents, the team discovered that laws supporting same-sex marriage led to a sharp decline in biases, with the effect being roughly double the previous rate.
A recent study found that those who conceived months after marriage had more surviving descendants in future generations, giving them an evolutionary advantage. This shift created ideal conditions for economic growth during the Industrial Revolution, as families with moderate fecundity became the dominant population.
A recent study found that individuals who prioritize making the best choices in their relationships, known as maximizers, tend to be more satisfied in their marriages. Maximizing men with attractive wives reported higher satisfaction, while maximizing women with high-status husbands experienced less decline in satisfaction over time.
The Lancet report highlights the alarming rise in adolescent disease burden worldwide, with an additional 250 million adolescents living in multi-burden countries. The prevalence of obesity, anaemia, and child marriage has increased significantly between 1990 and 2016, posing a major threat to their health and wellbeing.
A new study found that couples with the GG genotype in the oxytocin gene receptor reported greater marital satisfaction and feelings of security. This genetic variation affects social bonding and is linked to personality traits such as emotional stability and empathy.
Researchers found that psychological distress dropped and life satisfaction increased after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling, with improvements felt regardless of marital status. The study also showed that those who were more distressed before the ruling experienced greater improvement afterwards.
A study at Binghamton University found that variation on the Oxytocin Receptor gene impacts marital quality by influencing how partners provide and receive support from each other. Couples with certain genotypes, particularly those associated with social deficits, reported lower satisfaction with their marriages.
A study published by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found significant shifts in Afghan attitudes towards education and child marriage in underdeveloped regions. The research, conducted among nearly 1,400 Afghans aged 12-15 and their parents, indicates that getting married at a young age and leaving school early have be...