Social science research has conclusively proven that a strong family, based on marriage between a man and a woman, is the best environment for protecting, nourishing and developing individuals—this family structure provides significantly better outcomes than any other alternative. There are specific social benefits called “social goods,” which flow from man/woman marriage. These social goods are derived from the complementary physical, emotional, and spiritual union of a male and a female.
The institution of man/woman marriage:
• Channels sexual relations in a manner that provides the greatest benefit to individuals and society.
• Helps men live more responsibly and productively.
• Transforms men into husbands/fathers and women into wives/mothers.
• Binds potential parents together to raise the biological children they create.
• Legally binds fathers to their biological children. (Mothers are always present at birth, but not so with fathers.)
• Provides the optimal environment in which to raise children.
• Generates the best outcomes in the areas of health, wealth and overall happiness for men, women and children.
Research findings illustrate that the “social goods” derived from man/woman marriage begin to disappear when individuals live outside of the married man/woman family structure. Studies show that any deviation from man/woman marriage generally results in serious negative outcomes for individuals and families. The evidence supporting this is remarkably consistent and compelling.
Outcomes According to Family Structure:
When compared to heterosexual men, men who engage in homosexual behavior:
• experience a significantly higher rate of domestic violence with their partners.
• are up to seven times more likely to attempt suicide.
• have a lower life expectancy by 20 to 30 years.
• have an incidence of HIV/AIDS that is up to 430 times higher.
• have three times the number of drug and alcohol dependencies.
• are significantly more promiscuous, with very few maintaining fidelity.
• are more than twice as likely to have an STD.
• are significantly more likely to engage in pedophilia.
• are much more likely to have mental and emotional disorders/illnesses.
• are at higher risk of deliberate self-harm.
When compared to heterosexual youth, youth who engage in homosexual behavior:
• are at increased risk of suffering major depression and generalized anxiety disorder.
• are associated with more school and runaway problems.
• are more likely to attempt suicide.
• experience a much higher rate of alcoholism.
• are more likely to engage in substance abuse.
• are more likely to engage in high-risk sexual behavior.
When compared to heterosexual women, lesbian women:
• are significantly more likely to be victims of domestic violence.
• experience a much higher rate of sexual coercion by their partner.
• are more likely to use drugs and alcohol.
• have a significantly higher risk of developing general anxiety disorder.
• are twice as likely to attempt suicide.
• are at higher risk for breast cancer.
• are at higher risk of deliberate self-harm.
Source: Stand For The Family
Sat, May 4 2024
