Marriage, Throughout Human History

The video explores the evolution of marriage from ancient customs to modern trends. It discusses monogamy in animals and humans, historical reasons for marriage, and the shift towards marrying for love in the 20th century. Modern trends show later marriage ages and class differences in marriage rates. Attitudes towards marriage have changed, with a decline in its perceived importance and a rise in cohabitation. Factors like divorce rates and economic conditions influence these trends. The societal impact, particularly on children, is significant, with more children born to cohabitating couples and single parents becoming more vocal about discrimination.

Discuss the changes in the median age of marriage for men and women from 1947 to the present.

What are some societal effects of the decline in marriage rates, particularly on children?