Why is marrying your cousin considered taboo in modern Western society?
In short: While first cousin marriage is widely viewed as socially unacceptable in the United States, the reasons are more complex than simple dislike. This video examines the blend of historical prejudice and modern health concerns that shape our view of kinship.
The video explores the cultural and biological perceptions surrounding first cousin marriage. In modern Western societies, particularly in the United as States, such unions are often seen as 'too close for comfort.' This social stigma is driven by a combination of long-standing historical prejudices and contemporary concerns regarding the potential for inherited birth defects in offspring.
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