Healthier Quote by Michael Kimmel
“Ironically, survey after survey shows that married men are happier and healthier than unmarried men. Oh, and they also have more sex.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Social Research on Marriage, 2010
Married men report higher happiness, health, and sexual activity than single men
In simple terms: Marriage correlates with better wellbeing and sex life
Key Takeaway
Consider the benefits of partnership for health and happiness
Themes
relationships
health
sexuality
wellbeing
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
research
observational
When to use this quote
- family planning
- health policy
- personal decisions
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
sociology
marriage studies
Questions to Reflect On
- Does marriage cause happiness or attract happy people?
- How do cultural norms affect these findings?
A Different Perspective
Causality is unclear; individual differences matter
