50 Remarkable and Amusing Facts About Marriage That You Probably Didn’t Know!

20. Emotional Changes After Childbirth

The arrival of a new child can often create emotional distances, leading to decreased marital satisfaction. Nearly 90% of couples report this decline after their first child is born.

21. Childhood Cancer Survivors and Marriage

Survivors of childhood cancer statistically marry 20 to 25% less than their siblings or others in the general U.S. population.

22. Divorce Stress and Health

The stress associated with divorce has been shown to impact the immune system negatively, weakening the body’s ability to fight disease.

23. Marriage and Personal Property Rights

In the 19th century, some lawmakers believed that allowing married women to hold personal property was contrary to divine will, reflecting how social norms impact personal rights.

24. Lack of Intimacy Post-Marriage

An estimated 20% of couples report having sex fewer than ten times a year after just two years of marriage, a startling statistic indicating that intimacy can wane over time.

25. Frequency of Sex in Marriages

Statistics reveal that one in three American marriages experience little to no sexual intimacy, highlighting an area of concern for many couples.

26. Increased Demand for Couples Therapists

The number of couples therapists in the United States saw a 50-fold increase between 1970 and 1990, indicating growing recognition of the need for relationship counseling.