New research suggests men who work long hours are no more likely to divorce than those who stick to the nine-to-five regime, The Australian reports.
In fact, the Melbourne Institute survey found the optimal working arrangement is one in which the man works between 41 and 49 hours a week.
Researchers believe one possible explanation is that the extra money brought into the relationship thanks to working longer hours has the potential to keep couples together.
In addition to its marital status findings, the report suggests there was an impressive increase in household wealth creation in Australia between 2002 and 2006.
It’s claimed domestic income rose by 35 per cent over this ‘golden period’.
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