How to make a marriage stronger and happier

Still alive prejudice that men are not supposed to engage in household chores. However, scientists say that the key to a happy marriage - is the equal sharing of domestic responsibilities between spouses.

In the 1970s, cases of divorce in the United States. Society and some scientists have linked this to the fact that while the sharply increased the percentage of working women. Brown University demographer Goldshayder Frances (Frances Goldscheider) says that it has become an ordeal for every family. After all, women still perform the lion's share of household responsibilities.

Historian Stephanie Coontz (Stephanie Coontz) conducted a survey among divorced men and women. It turned out that their decision to go away really affected the conflict over domestic issues and parenting. "One of the most common reasons for divorce was that the man was not able to adapt to changes", - says Kunz.

Devote time to children and household affairs must both spouses - as a woman and a man.

Recently conducted research

The more time men spend with their children, the more happy and content relationships are"Doing" Gender in Context: Household Bargaining and Risk of Divorce in Germany and the United States. both husband and wife. In addition, a man performing household dutiesIt is in the eyes of a woman more attractive partner.

So, if you want to save the relationship and strengthen the family, simply divide the household chores. Let each one does what he likes. If your other half does not like something to do around the house, take it on themselves.

A happy marriage - is the result of both spouses.

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