ntroduction:
Marriage in Syria is evolving. With economic hardship, migration, and shifting gender roles, many young people are rethinking traditional expectations.
Main Points:
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Rise in average marriage age due to financial struggles.
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Increase in women-led households and working mothers.
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Changing dowry customs and attitudes toward civil vs. religious marriage.
Social Research Insight:
Surveys show a growing number of urban youth preferring smaller families and delayed marriage, while rural areas still follow traditional norms.