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Survey data from AEI’s Survey Center on American Life reveal that fewer than one in three women believe that women who marry and have children live fuller, happier lives. Simultaneously, married women report about twice the levels of happiness and much greater financial security than their unmarried, childless peers.
AEI’s Brad Wilcox and Yifeng Wan of the University of Virginia will explore what these paradoxical patterns might suggest: In an era of heightened digital distraction, isolation, and reevaluated life priorities, might marriage still matter—perhaps more than ever—for women’s emotional well-being?
AEI’s Daniel A. Cox will present data on the trends in women’s attitudes toward marriage and family, followed by a panel discussion with journalists and commentators who will consider the cultural, social, and policy implications.
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Survey data from AEI’s Survey Center on American Life reveal that fewer than one in three women believe that women who marry and have children live fuller, happier lives. Simultaneously, married women report about twice the levels of happiness and much greater financial security than their unmarried, childless peers.
AEI’s Brad Wilcox and Yifeng Wan of the University of Virginia will explore what these paradoxical patterns might suggest: In an era of heightened digital distraction, isolation, and reevaluated life priorities, might marriage still matter—perhaps more than ever—for women’s emotional well-being?
AEI’s Daniel A. Cox will present data on the trends in women’s attitudes toward marriage and family, followed by a panel discussion with journalists and commentators who will consider the cultural, social, and policy implications.
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AEI operates independently of any political party and does not take institutional positions on any issues. AEI scholars, fellows, and their guests frequently take positions on policy and other issues. When they do, they speak for themselves and not for AEI or its trustees or other scholars or employees.
More information on AEI research integrity can be found here: aei.org/about
#aei #news #politics #government #education #livestream #live #marriage #happiness #fertility #culture #gender
