For generations, we’ve been told that the best shot a kid has in life is growing up with two married parents under one roof. It’s baked into our culture, reinforced by everything from political speeches to rom-coms. But is it actually true? If you’re dating, thinking about your future, or already raising kids outside the …
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Do Children Strengthen or Strain Modern Marriages? A Psychological Perspective
Children transform everything—sleep schedules, priorities, and most notably, relationships. For some couples, raising kids brings deeper connection and shared purpose. For others, it introduces new stress, distance, and resentment. So, do children ultimately bring couples closer or drive them apart? The answer lies in how couples respond to change—and what psychology has to say about …
How Cheating Hurts Kids and Breaks Family Trust
When infidelity enters a relationship, the damage goes beyond the couple involved. Children—often silent witnesses—are deeply affected. The betrayal can shake their sense of security, distort their emotional development, and fracture the trust that holds a family together. This article explores how cheating impacts kids at every stage, the long-term effects on family dynamics, and …