Divorce Today - Why And Can You Stop It?

By Ben Roscoe

When we hear the word divorce it always brings a negative connotation to our minds. We think of unhappy individuals that can no longer co-exist in the same household. Based off 2002 statistics 59% of our population is married and 10 % of our population is divorced. We see marriage lasting shorter and shorter. The percentage of couples reaching their 25th, 35th, and 50th anniversaries are 33,20, and 5 % respectively. There are 2.04 million single male parents and 9.68 million female.

Why are people getting divorced?

This question is difficult to answer as every couple may have their own specific reasons for divorce. Some of the more common reasons include:

1. Conflicting Personal Beliefs
2. Decrease of Marital Satisfaction and Sexual Issues
3. Communication Issues
4. Adultery
5. Cruel Treatment
6. Bigamy
7. Imprisonment
8. Money
9. Change in Priorities

Obviously, this is just a small number of the numerous reasons for divorce. I am sure anybody reading this has their own.

How can a couple avoid divorce?

The answer to this question will differ depending on which source you reference. The number one response in counseling. This option is only realistic if both individuals are willing to actively participate. Besides this there are other options to consider for self helping your marriage. One theory is to analyze your reasons. It is recommended to write down a list of your reasons for divorce and to analyze that list 1-3 days later. The goal of this is to make sure your reason for divorce is viable. If you are the one considering divorce make sure you are not the problem. Take time to self analyze your own feelings. Ultmately, there are no steadfast answers for how to save your marriage. Both couples need to work together with positive open minds to resolve their differences. I know that can be easier said then done. Stay positive and don't give up!

If anyone reading this is having marriage problems I wish you all the best of luck in reviving your relationship.

This article was written with the hope of giving all those with marriage difficulties a resource for information and help. Hope some of this can help at least one couple. It so it was worth the time. http://www.selfhelpurmarriage.com B. Roscoe Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ben_Roscoe