The Decline of Divorce Rates in the U.S. and Benefits of Marriage

The U.S. divorce rate is now at a 50-year low of around 15 per 1000 marriages per year, down from a peak of 23 in the 1980s. Despite challenges in determining causality, research suggests that marriage brings about better health and wealth outcomes, and children of married couples tend to fare better. Additionally, love is a significant reason why people get married, with love stories permeating various art forms.