No relationship is perfect; every married couple must deal with significant disagreements, which could involve anything from finances to TV channels. Unfortunately, these conflicts are sometimes insurmountable. Below are a few of the most common causes of divorce:
1. Financial Concerns
Research indicates that money is a leading cause of stress in relationships, so it’s no surprise that it’s a top culprit in divorce. Spouses may argue over disparities in income or spending habits. Even without overt arguments over finances, the stress of making ends meet can lead to problems down the road.
2. Infidelity
Infidelity is the ultimate betrayal of trust. While some spouses are able to rebuild and come back stronger, others simply cannot regain the trust necessary for a healthy relationship.
3. Disagreements About Parenting
Many couples get along well before they have children, but after a baby arrives, their relationship may start to unravel. In some cases, the stress of raising a child brings greater clarity to existing issues. Other couples disagree about whether to have children in the first place.
4. Frustration With In-Laws
A study conducted by Co-operative Legal Services found that in-laws were responsible for one in ten divorces. Issues with in-laws can include everything from nosiness to unwarranted opinions about life choices.
5. Mismatched Sex Drives
Sexual intimacy plays an important role in many marriages. A low sex drive may not necessarily doom a relationship, but for the marriage to work, both spouses need to have similar desires when it comes to intimacy.
6. Addiction
Addiction can wreak havoc on a relationship. While the non-addicted spouse may want to help their partner, the side effects of addiction—such as secrecy, financial problems, and violent behavior—can destroy the other spouse’s well-being, happiness, and safety.
7. Poor Conflict Resolution
Even minor disagreements can escalate into larger relationship problems over time. Spouses who lack conflict resolution skills may find themselves headed for divorce, even if they avoid other issues on this list.
Legal Support
No matter the reason for your divorce, it is in your best interest to seek legal counsel from a lawyer you can trust. Look to DiPietro Family Law for client-centered legal counsel in Washington, D.C.
