Marriage proposals in New York City have become a highly organized business, with couples hiring professionals to arrange music, photography, and romantic settings for social media. A University of Indianapolis professor, an expert in family and relationships, suggests these elaborate proposals may not be representative of couples nationwide. The professor, whose research has been featured in a French newspaper, was discussing why young Americans value marriage proposals despite declining marriage rates. This highlights the international interest in the professor’s work on changing cultural traditions and social expectations.

Originally reported by UIndy 360.