It's been known for some time that getting married young — in your very early 20s — carries with it a higher risk of divorce. Getting hitched later meant you were more likely to be on the path to a long and happy union.

But University of Utah Professor of Family and Consumer Studies, Nicholas Wolfinger, has crunched the numbers since 2002, and says that's no longer the case. Instead, tying the knot after your early 30s means you're more likely headed for the divorce courts. He explains it as a "U shaped curve", with risk at both ends — young and old —  the perfect time to marry being between late 20's and early 30's.

While he's certain of his statistics, he's not so sure of the reasons why. His most likely guess? That people who haven't found partners until they're old may just not be the marrying type. 

We also asked our listeners to tell us how old they were when they got married, and if they were still together.  We received some fascinating comments.  You can read what they said on our Facebook page.

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