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Impact of Civil Marriage Recognition for Long-Term Same-Sex Couples
July 2016
This study examines the benefits of marriage and marriage recognition for same-sex couples using data from a sample of 307 couples in a civil marriage and 50 with no legal relationship status. The survey was conducted before marriage for same-sex couples was recognized in all 50 states.
Highlights
State recognition of marriage for same-sex couples was significantly associated with fewer feelings of isolation.
Being in a long-term relationship has benefits for well-being similar to marriage.
Marriage may reinforce commitment within a relationship, leading people in couples to feel more positively about their partnerships.
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