A modern man’s perspective on why marriage isn’t dead. In “I Don’t,” their smart essay from next week’s print edition of NEWSWEEK, my colleagues Jessica Bennett and Jesse Ellison cite an impressive array of facts and figures to argue that …
With the approach of what is thought to be the 100th celebration of Father’s Day this Sunday, June 20, Professor Geoffrey Greif, PhD, of the University of Maryland School of Social Work and a nationally known author on topics of …
After a Century of Celebrating Dads, Ten Tips for Being Better Fathers Read more »
A good old-fashioned barbecue is a great way to honor Dad (your husband) this Father's Day. What dad wouldn't enjoy a backyard barbecue, especially when he is the guest of honor? With a little thought and planning, this year’s barbecue …
When my youngest was four years old, she became very possessive about her toys. She is eight now, and sharing is no longer a major issue. But every day I get calls from frustrated, confused and embarrassed mothers asking me …
Countless self-help books have been written about marriage. It’s the rare work, however, that has the rigor and factual grounding of “For Better: The Science of a Good Marriage.” Written with a sharp eye by New York Times health reporter …
'For Better' distills research on marriage into real-life lessons Read more »
Like it or not, our society is undergoing major shifts as you read these words. Among them is increased questioning about marriage -- whether to enter one to begin with; stay in it regardless of what happens over time; or …
Why the So-Called "Marriage Gap" Is Good for Your Relationship Read more »
As a divorced parent you can never pay too much attention to your communication skills with your children. It keeps the doors open to a healthier, more positive relationship with them. It makes you more sensitive to issues of concern …
Divorce and separation are stressful enough for the adults involved. Just imagine what they must be like for your children. If signs and events have led up to the decision to end an adult relationship, few children will make the …
Many young people mistakenly believe that cohabitation is a stepping stone to marriage, when actually only slightly better than 50 percent of these relationships end in marriage. Most cohabiting couples either marry or break up within two years. If a …
Statistically, cohabitation is an enemy of marriage Read more »
Much has been written about how tough economic times have forced couples to postpone divorces. They just can't afford it. Legal costs and accountant fees grow as a union dissolves and a two-income household lives cheaper than a two-household pair …