Cause and Effects of Divorce

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The list of possible causes and effects of a divorce is never-ending, and it will likely grow as man-kind moves further into the future. For example, having an "emotional affair" via online chatting, emailing and text was clearly not a cause of divorce 50 years ago, as it can be today. The most common causes and effects of divorce seem to stand the test of time, and perhaps will continue to for decades, maybe centuries, to come. Currently in the United States, about half of the marriages end in divorce. It's an unfortunate situation that has varied causes and consequences. However, not all the effects of a divorce are negative. Research indicates that in some cases, divorce can have a positive effect, due to there being less conflict in the home. It is estimated that 23 percent of American families are single-parent homes with children under the age of 18. In the United States, 45 to 50 percent of first marriages end in divorce, and 60 to 70 percent of second marriages end in divorce. The highest rate of divorce for women occurs in those under 20 years of age; for men the highest rate occurs between the ages of 20 and 24. Many divorces take about a year to become finalized. The causes for divorce can vary. In many cases, there are common factors such as communication issues. When a couple has difficulty in communicating, it can lead to arguments and hostility that over a period of time can have a negative effect on the marriage. Financial problems are another common reason for divorce. Often couples do not discuss spending and saving habits prior to getting married, which can result in extreme financial stress later on. Infidelity is sometimes the cause of a couple dissolving a marriage and incompatibility or irreconcilable differences have also been cited as reasons for divorce. Other reasons may include religious differences or different views on
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