While various styles of conjugal interactions generally remain stable along the life course, some critical life events weigh more on relationship quality than others.
After Having Kids, Women Leave Scientific Careers
Researchers say that motherhood is taking a toll on women's scientific careers.
Researchers say that motherhood is taking a toll on women's scientific careers.
‘Transition to parenthood is associated with a higher degree of differentiation of functional roles, and this can bring in greater strain in romantic relationships than illness of partners.’
Schicka further added, "Women often abandon or substantially reduce their participation in the labor market once they become a mother, because of lack of institutionalized child care facilities. This also generates a great deal of frustration. On the other hand, illness and accidents are seen as linked to bad luck and not personal responsibility. There is therefore less grief and bitter thoughts between partners when the latter occur." The study also noted that transition to retirement succeeds in reuniting couples at an age that is generally not perceived as the most romantic one.
The research findings suggest that while the various styles of conjugal interactions generally remain stable along the life course, some critical life events and transitions weigh much more on relationship quality than others, sometimes in unexpected ways.
Having Kids Early and Fast Major Cause of Infant Mortality in India, Nepal, Say Researchers
Having children early and in rapid succession are major factors fueling high infant mortality rates in the South Asian countries of Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan, reveal researchers.
Having children early and in rapid succession are major factors fueling high infant mortality rates in the South Asian countries of Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan, reveal researchers.
'Oh Dear Kids' Cry British Couples
Soaring expenses of bills, petrol and food is inducing many British couples postpone their plans to start a family, states a survey.
Soaring expenses of bills, petrol and food is inducing many British couples postpone their plans to start a family, states a survey.
Parenthood Is 'Life-Changing': Prince William
Kate Middleton had recently given birth to her first child Prince George Alexander Louis. Prince William has finally opened up about his duties as a father.
Kate Middleton had recently given birth to her first child Prince George Alexander Louis. Prince William has finally opened up about his duties as a father.
