Trends in divorce, marriage, and child-bearing show a gradual weakening of the nuclear family that began in the second half of the nineteenth century.

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This statement is true. Studies have shown that the traditional nuclear family, consisting of a married couple and their children, has been on the decline since the mid-to-late 19th century, with increasing rates of divorce and fewer people getting married or having children within traditional marriages. This trend has continued into the 21st century, with more diverse family types becoming increasingly common.

Trends in Divorce, Marriage, and Child-Bearing Show a Gradual Weakening