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Discover facts about dating and marriage including its cultural and historical origins, traditions, superstitions, love, lore, marital status, anniversary gifts, and much more.

Labor forces

Throughout most of history, marriage was not necessarily based on mutual love, but an institution devoted to acquiring in-laws and property and to provide the family additional labor forces (by having children).

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Marriage and child

While couples with children are less likely to divorce than childless couples, the arrival of a new baby is more likely to bring more stress and emotional distance than new happiness. Nearly 90% of couples experienced decrease in martial satisfaction after the birth...

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