BENEFITS OF A HEALTHY MARRIAGE

FOR CHILDREN:

More likely to attend College
Physically healthier
Emotionally healthier
Less likely to attempt or commit 
   suicide
Less likely to abuse drugs
Less likely to commit delinquent 
  behaviors
Better relationship with parents
Decreases their chance of divorcing
  when they marry
Less likely to be sexually active

FOR WOMEN:

Healthier relationships
Emotionally healthier
Less likely to become a victim of 
  domestic violence sexual abuse or
  other violent crimes
Less likely to remain or become
  impoverished
Have better relationships with their 
  children

FOR MEN:

Live longer
Physically healthier
Higher wages
Have better relationships with their
  children
Decrease of drug and alcohol abuse