Almost all interracial families encounter racism in some shape or form. Many of these families will benefit from dealing with tough problems, like racism and will experience improved family strength and problem solving abilities. While there are many issues faced by those in interracial relationships, the romances and friendships are often worthwhile and fulfilling.
Once married, mixed race couples face more decisions concerning holiday traditions, religious worship and children. Issues concerning children, and how they will be raised both in faith and cultural are also major concerns for mixed race parents.
Successful relationships often result in marriage, and the wedding plans themselves can be a major struggle. When preparing for interracial weddings, many of the parents feel that their cultural traditions are being denied and can cause problems.
Since the 1967 legalization of interracial marriage, the number of mixed race marriages has more or less doubled with each passing decade. For the most part, relationships between races are no different than the interactions between people of the same race. Over 70% of American society has no problem with mixed race relationships, thus proving that people are starting to overcome racial stereotypes. Many high school and college students are dating interracially, which is helping to increase awareness of mixed race relationships.
Since the 1967 legalization of interracial marriage, the number of mixed race marriages has more or less doubled with each passing decade. For the most part, relationships between races are no different than the interactions between people of the same race.
Over 70% of American society has no problem with mixed race relationships, thus proving that people are starting to overcome racial stereotypes. Many high school and college students are dating interracially, which is helping to increase awareness of mixed race relationships. Secret mixed race romances often occur because the parents are strict and forbid or discourage dating outside of one’s culture.
