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By Erin Kelley

No-Fault Divorce Laws Strengthen Marriages

In the book ‘The Case for Marriage’, authors Linda Waite and Maggie Gallagher documented cases in which adults who are married are better off than single people financially, health-wise and in terms of personal satisfaction. The book also alleges that children of divorce or who live with an unwed parent are more likely to live in poverty and sickness and also to become involved in crime than other kids. Read more

Recession Could Cause Spike in Divorce Rates

Since it’s now official that the U.S. economy is in a recession, many more couples are likely discussing not only money issues, but divorce as well. There are several theories about why recession and divorce seem to go together, although everyone seems to agree that the two go hand in hand. View the full article

Divorce and Health Insurance

As the economy continues to stumble and falter now well into 2008, there?s no secret that some of the most personal of relationships can begin to feel the strain. Adults become cross with their children as bills pile up; disputes can break out over money and property between friends; and marriages can dissolve as spouses fight over long-term security and finances.

A recent New York Times article highlights a new twist to this old dilemma. As affordable health insurance becomes rarer and more sought after, this integral piece to financial security has begun to prod many couples on the fence to follow through on the step of marriage. Click here to read more

Full post as published by The Divorce Blog on November 26, 2008 (boomark / email).