Dollars and Sex

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Dr. Marina Adshade, PhD, teaches at the University of British Columbia’s School of Economics. She regularly writes for the Globe and Mail and is a frequent contributor to publications such as Time and the Wall Street Journal.

Marriage, often seen as a romantic union, also serves practical and economic purposes, functioning like a partnership where complementary skills enhance household efficiency. Intimacy within marriage, viewed through an economic lens, is both a shared "service" and a practical arrangement that minimizes risks and effort compared to external alternatives. Broader societal trends, such as shifting gender dynamics on college campuses and evolving cultural norms around sexuality, highlight how economic principles like supply and demand influence relationships. Education and financial stability further shape marital success, with higher education correlating to lower divorce rates due to reduced economic strain. Historical shifts, from the decline of polygamy to the rise of premarital sexual activity, reflect changing economic and social landscapes, driven by advancements like contraception and increasing female autonomy. These interconnected factors illustrate how relationships are deeply influenced by both personal and societal economics, setting the stage for further exploration of how modern dynamics continue to reshape human connections.

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