The United States is currently going through a bit of a family life crisis. Americans are getting married later (if they get married at all), having fewer children (if they have children at all) and generally putting more energy into their careers than their communities. Perhaps most significantly, few Americans today see kids and marriage as essential parts of a fulfilling life.
This week s breaking health news includes a look at the large share of Americans who know personally someone who struggles with addiction and what they think can be done.