The central question of whether a marriage has reached its end requires careful consideration. It involves evaluating the depth and persistence of marital problems, and assessing whether the relationship’s challenges outweigh its benefits, leading to sustained unhappiness or harm.
The decision to dissolve a marriage is significant, with legal, financial, and emotional ramifications. Historically, societal views on marital dissolution have varied, but today, it is often viewed as an option when irreconcilable differences profoundly impact well-being and family dynamics.