The temporal distribution of marital dissolutions is not uniform across the lifespan of a marriage. While divorce can occur at any point, statistical analysis reveals patterns indicating certain durations are more vulnerable than others. This article will examine those trends.
Understanding when divorces are most likely to occur benefits individuals contemplating marriage, counselors providing pre-marital guidance, and legal professionals specializing in family law. Historically, shifts in societal norms, economic conditions, and legal frameworks have influenced these patterns. Increased female participation in the workforce, for example, altered the financial dynamics within marriages and may correlate with changes in divorce timing.
