Benefits of Getting Married Young

 Posted on November 25, 2013 in Divorce

Many studies have linked waiting to get married with better long term outcomes, like a lower rate of divorce or fewer arguments between spouses. However, recent research has shown that there are benefits for those who marry in their early 20's too. New information from the National Marriage Project indicates that those who get married younger than the national average (27 for women and 29 for men) might be happier. For individuals between the ages of 20 and 28 who classified themselves as “highly satisfied” with their lives, the highest percentage of respondents indicated that they were married. If you choose to get married in your 20's, you might also drink less alcohol. A 2012 research project published in the Journal of Health and Social Behavior states that engaged and married young individuals reported less overall drunkenness when compared with single people in the same age category. The journal’s authors believe that the increased responsibilities associated with marriage reduced the chances that an engaged or married person in their 20's was spending a significant amount of time drinking alcohol. Finally, more research shows that there’s no real benefit to waiting if you already believe you’re ready to get married. A 2010 sociology research project argues that those individuals who hesitate because they believe they are not at the right age for marriage aren't receiving any advantage by putting off a trip to the altar and are only losing the health and emotional benefits that youth can bring to a marriage. Good planning and deep consideration of marriage can be beneficial for your marital bliss in the long run. A pre-marital agreement can be an important document for your marriage. If you think you’re ready to get married and want to discuss the benefits of a pre-marital agreement for making the transition to wedded life, contact an Illinois family attorney today.