The Truth aout the Divorce rate myth.
Why the Divorce Rate Myth Persists
The idea that half of all marriages fail is part of the long-standing divorce rate myth that continues to mislead couples and policymakers. Fifty percent of all marriages in the United States end in divorce. A statistic that we have heard time and time again, but is that really true or is it a myth? As it turns out, this is not a true statement, and in face it is all part of the great divorce myth.
In many states lawmakers are seeking changes in the law that would make a no-fault divorce difficult to get. A no-fault divorce is what it sounds like. Either spouse can file for a divorce without having to provide proof that their spouse did anything wrong. Those lawmakers who are pushing for laws to make it more difficult to obtain a divorce feel that making it a no-fault proceeding contributes to a rising divorce rate.… View Full Article → “Debunking the Frequency of Divorce Myth”