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Days of Wine and Roses: 1-in-5 New Jersey Couples Consider Alcohol a Cornerstone of their Relationship

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  • The average couple drinks together 3x per week.
  • Almost 1/4 admit to using alcohol specifically to smooth over disagreements.
  • Interactive map included showing a state breakdown.

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Ridgewood NJ, in an era where approximately 40-50% of marriages end in divorce, couples are constantly seeking ways to strengthen their bonds and avoid becoming another statistic. While traditional methods like marriage counseling, improving communication, and working on conflict resolution are often recommended, a recent study by TexasDivorceLaws.org has uncovered a surprising trend: many couples are turning to alcohol as a means of maintaining their relationships.

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4 Trends That Might Interest Young Couples

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If you are a young couple, chances are you are always on the lookout for new trends. Whether you are looking for advice on keeping the spark alive or want to know what other couples your age are doing, we have you covered. Here are four trends that might interest young couples. Keep reading for more information.

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6 Signs You Might Need Marriage Counseling

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Marriages are difficult, and with all of the pressures of modern life, it is no wonder that so many relationships are strained to the point of breaking. From long working hours to everything that goes into raising children, there are so many potential points of tension that it is completely natural to have some healthy friction in a relationship. Unfortunately, as rising divorce rates show, there are some occasions when these issues inflate to a point of no return. As with anything else in life, it is always more effective to address problems in a relationship early rather than leaving them to fester. Marriage counseling has been proven to be an effective tool for helping many couples to repair their relationship, but how do you know if your marriage has reached that point.

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