On the other hand, marriage offers tangible benefits; married individuals tend to report higher happiness and wealth compared to their divorced or single peers.

Yet, the marriage rate is still under 50%.

How does this disconnect affect society? #MarriageBenefits #Happiness

Married people have fewer depressive symptoms than unmarried people, large international study finds

Unmarried individuals have a higher risk of depressive symptoms across countries, with greater risk in Western nations, males, and those with higher education. Alcohol consumption and smoking partially mediated this risk in certain populations.

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