Divorce and Marriage – Is the Glass Half-Empty or Half-Full?
We frequently hear that separation rates are skyrocketing and that partially of all marriages stop in separation. Recent statistics show the marriage rate in the U.S. as 7.5 per 1,000 of the U.S. population and the divorce rate as 3.6 per 1,000 population.
Opinions vary as to why this is true, but every individual has his or her own perspective. A wide variety of people have theories about the reasons, including lawyers, sociologists, clergy members and laypersons. Economic reality, altering family roles, no-fault laws, liberalize sexual attitude, and changes in spiritual practices all play a role.
In truth, there is probably no one reason why such a high percentage of marriages dissolve.It is undeniable that this has become and integral part of the scene. Single parents are the norm rather than the exception. Marriages are hard and breakups bring on stress and puts that extra strain on people and society.
Some of the main reasons cited for marital breakups are kids, in-laws and money. Is it any wonder these are the very areas of family life that are most disrupted when a marriage ends?
In these tiring times people organize visitation schedules and shared guardianship in order to use quality time with their children. Younger kids are stressed trying to understand what happened and why. Teens may understand the problems all too well and feel divided in loyalties or just overwhelmed. Family may try to help out but actually cause more problems by taking sides. It’s an expensive proposition which may result in financial problems.
Some common reasons are incompatibility or other differences in the marriage. These cover a range of situations, from “I changed my mind,” to “I found someone I prefer,” to “I don’t know what I want.” Only the individual husband and wife know exactly what these really mean.
With so many things going wrong and so many families fractured, a more interesting question might be, how is it that so many people still decide to get married in the first place? Finding a partner in life is a major goal for many. Even in the current down economy, the bridal industry is thriving. Although people may live together for many years, most still want to get married. Long-lasting marriages are very admirable and we speak highly of those who have them. Despite the statistical trend, Americans do believe in marriage.
If you’re interested in more information, you can find out about my experience as an top divorce attorney in Austin TX. You can also request our Free Austin Texas Divorce Guide Audio CD at TruslerLegal.com. If you need other answers, you can read our FAQ’s about divorce in Austin TX.
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