How Same-sex Marriage Affects Gay Couples: A Tale of Two Research Studies

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How Same-sex Marriage Affects Gay Couples: A Tale of Two Research Studies

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/545266/?sc=rsla
10/14/2008

Newswise — A study conducted 13 months after same-sex marriage in Massachusetts became legal found that obtaining legal protections and making a public statement of commitment were the most often mentioned motivations for same-sex marriage. It also found that lack of family approval and difficulties planning and paying for the wedding were the most noted obstacles to marriage. The study, "Attractions and Obstacles While Considering Legally Recognized Same-Sex Marriage," was conducted by Pamela J. Lannutti, PhD, associate professor of communication at Boston College and was published in the Journal of GLBT Family Studies, Vol. 4(2), 2008.