What happens to marital satisfaction when there are children involved?
A) Couples with children show a decline in marital satisfaction while those without children show an increase.
B) Couples who are child-free due to infertility tend to have high levels of marital satisfaction.
C) Most couples tend to show little increased conflict due to the birth of a child.
D) The birth of a child is usually viewed as a positive event, even though it is associated with a decrease in marital satisfaction.

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The birth of a child is often seen as a positive event, but research indicates it is typically associated with a decrease in marital satisfaction due to increased responsibilities and stress.

What Happens to Marital Satisfaction When There Are Children Involved