The declining marriage rates in the United States have caused some to question whether or not marriage will become extinct in the future. A recent study shows that emerging adults developed a nuanced way of thinking about marriage which has complicated their journey to reach the end of the aisle.
Coming up, we're talking about how marriage in America has evolved over time.
Guests:
- Brian Willoughby, author, “The Marriage Paradox: Why Emerging Adults Love Marriage Yet Push it Aside”
- Erica Gordon, author, “Aren’t You Glad You Read This: The Complete How-To Guide for Singles with a History of Failed Relationships Who Want their Next Relationship to Succeed”
- Allison Skinner, postdoctoral research associate, Northwestern University
- Robert Jay Green, founder and senior research fellow, The Rockway Institute