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NEWS & NOTES misinterpretations from becoming larger problems. 2) What they’re currently into. Partners in strong relation ships remain curious about what motivates each other. 3) Their future dreams. Happy couples often discuss their long-term goals and dreams—even if they can not act on them immediately, talking allows them to keep track of each other’s ideals and principles. 4) Their fears and stressors. It is essential that couples approach uncomfortable issues that may be bothering them. Practicing this daily habit of being emotionally can did and authentic will help build a sense of security and togetherness. 5) Their random thoughts. Couples who are happy never doubt whether they should share their random thoughts, ideas, questions, or philosophies with each other. Being spontaneous and engaging in light hearted conversations fosters a healthy atmosphere that promotes happiness and affection. 3 FEAR OF DEBT AND ITS REPERCUSSION IS NEGATIVELY IMPACTING PARENTS According to a recent National Debt Relief survey, indi viduals in debt are significantly impacted, being twice as likely to neglect both their physical and mental health, as well as 50% more likely to skip meals, compared to those not in debt. American parents are facing the fol lowing types of unsecured debt: credit cards (42%), medical bills (27%), and personal loans (25%), with aver ages of $14,556 in credit card debt, $12,316 in medical debt, and $15,294 in personal loans. Each month, the average parent accumulates $181 in new debt, and par ents with children aged five to 12 acquire $194 in debt each month (the highest rate of all parents surveyed). 4 THE U.S. DIVORCE RATE IS AT ITS LOWEST POINT IN 50 YEARS A recent Institute for Family Studies report indicates that young generations are far less likely to divorce than Baby Boomers. The study also showed that “well-educated couples, those who have more wealth and those who are religious” are the most likely to marry, and these three elements may contribute to couples’ stability. 5 AMERICAN TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS ARE LESS RELIGIOUS BUT NOT DONE WITH FAITH According to a Barna Research study, 56% of U.S. teens and young adults are Christian, with 57% being Catholic. Comparatively, 65% of all adults in America (excluding Gen Z) identify as Christian, which puts U.S. teenag ers in a markedly different situation compared to many of their worldwide peers. The study found that 19% of teens between the ages of 13-17 and 37% of those 18-22 are atheist, agnostic, or of no faith at all. Compared to any other prior U.S. generation, Gen Z does not declare a religious identity. However, the likelihood of maintain ing no faith starts to weaken, with Christianity rising, among young adults in their early 20s. 6

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