Is it better to divorce than stay in an unhappy marriage?
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Is it better to divorce than stay in an unhappy marriage?
A 2002 study found that two-thirds of unhappy adults who stayed together were happy five years later. They also found that those who divorced were no happier, on average, than those who stayed together. In other words, most people who are unhappily married—or cohabiting—end up happy if they stick at it.
Why unhappy couples stay together?
One of the main reasons unhappy couples say they don’t break up is that there are external factors stopping them, like not having money or because they have children together. So the couple decides to stay together even if it’s bad. However, a lot of times they’re just trading pain now for pain in the future.
How do you tell if a man is unhappy in his marriage?
15 Subtle Signs A Man Is Stuck In An Unhappy MarriageHe often jokes about leaving his wife. If trying to boast, he flaunts his money and his career — but not his wife. He actively avoids hanging out with his kids or is overly angry with them. He seems to come up with excuses not to be at home with his spouse. You’ve heard him tell single guys to never get married.
