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4. How married and cohabiting adults see their relationships
Women and men have different perceptions of division of labor at home
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- 4. How married and cohabiting adults see their relationships
- Men and women are more satisfied with the way household chores are divided when their spouse or partner does more or when both share it equally
- Women and men have different perceptions of division of labor at home
- Most married or cohabiting adults say family members see their spouse or partner as part of the family
- Among those who are married, about eight-in-ten say their spouse is the person they feel closest to
- At least two-thirds of those who are married have a great deal of trust in their spouse to be faithful, act in their best interest and always tell them the truth
- Married adults are generally more satisfied with various aspects of their relationship
- About half of cohabiters who are engaged or in a very serious relationship say things are going very well
- Married adults have a more positive view of how things are going in their relationship