adamlogo

Speak to a Lawyer Now!
Call (616) 827-ADAM (2326)

Our Blog

The Current State of Marriage and Family in the United States:

Times have certainly changed over the last few decades. A study performed by the Pew Research Center, in concert with Time Magazine, outlines the drastic changes in the way Americans view marriage and family. The Time Magazine article "Marriage: What's It Good For?" outlines the findings derived from a survey of 2,691 adults around the United States in 2008. The following are some of the interesting statistics:

  • 40% of Americans think that marriage is obsolete (versus 28% in 1978). However, more than 75% of the respondents felt that marriage was best for raising children.
  • In 1960, 72% of adults were married. In 2008, only 52% were married.
  • College graduates are more likely to marry (64%) than individuals who do not have higher education (48%).
  • Compared to fifty years ago, Americans are more likely to marry someone who has similar socioeconomic and educational achievements.
  • College graduates are less likely to divorce than individuals who do not have higher education.
  • In 1960, 87% of children were living with married parents. In 2008, only 64% of children are living with married parents.
  • A child living with cohabitating, unmarried parents in Sweden is less likely to see their parents split up than a child living with married parents in the United States.
  • 41% of children were born to unmarried mothers in 2008 (please refer to the blog concerning Affidavits of Parentage dated November 30, 2010). This is eight times more than fifty years ago.
  • Only 6% of children have parents who are cohabitating outside of marriage.
  • 21% of children whose parents are separated/divorced will be exposed to two live-in partners in their mothers' homes by the time they are 15 years old. An additional 8% will see three or more live-in partners during the same time period.

For more information please view the following link: http://pewsocialtrends.org/2010/11/18/the-decline-of-marriage-and-rise-of-new-families/

Arnson VanTol Law, PLC

As soon as you know you are facing a divorce or a criminal charge, you should seek competent counsel immediately. It may only require a quick call to an experienced lawyer at Arnson VanTol Law, PLC at 269-301-2326. Our attorneys focus on men's rights, and can help you determine if there are steps that you should take right away to protect your interests in any family law or criminal matter.

Contact Info

Kalamazoo
5955 W. Main
Kalamazoo, MI 49009

(269) 301-2326


Grand Rapids 
4328 - 3 Mile Road, NW, Suite 200
Grand Rapids, MI 49534

(616) 827-ADAM (2326)