This special journal issue presents nine new studies on the relationship between marriage and health among African … African American marriage rates, and presents evidence for the marriage-health link in this population. …

In recent years, marriage patterns in the U.S. have changed dramatically, with adults spending more time unmarried, and … marriage patterns, this report examines teens’ attitudes, expectations, and experiences associated with romantic relationships … and marriage, and explores typical relationship pathways as they move into adulthood. Teens’ attitudes toward marriage are …

There is broad consensus that family structure is inextricably linked with poverty and the well-being of children. This … paper reviews the connections between poverty, family structure, and child well-being; explains the rationale for a new … policy strategy focused on intervening more directly at the level of family structure, and describes several major federal …

recent policy debates related to welfare and marriage. The study found that marriage is relatively rare for TANF recipients … to family income. However, the marital breakup rate was more than double the rate for marriages nationally, suggesting … that the economic benefits of marriage may be short-lived. …

the Building Strong Families (BSF) project, the centerpiece of a broader policy strategy to support healthy marriage, is … relationships and fulfill their aspirations for a healthy marriage if they choose to wed. This report documents early lessons from … 2006. The report shows that unwed parents in the program are interested in marriage education programs that will help them …

In recent years, marriage patterns in the U.S. have changed dramatically, with adults spending more time unmarried, and … marriage patterns, this report examines teens’ attitudes, expectations, and experiences associated with romantic relationships … and marriage, and explores typical relationship pathways as they move into adulthood. Teens’ attitudes toward marriage are …

-level statistical information that policymakers and marriage program operators can use to assess the characteristics and needs of their … and implementation of healthy marriage programs. …