Marriage Link
: Unlike cohabitation, it is a legally binding contract that often requires more intentional effort to dissolve, contributing to higher reported stability. 2. Psychological and Health Outcomes
: Society often views married individuals as more "grown up" or established. Marriage
: Married men and women report higher levels of life satisfaction and "very happy" ratings (50-54%) compared to those cohabiting (35-40%). : Unlike cohabitation, it is a legally binding