divorce. there are more divorces now then the early 20 th century... turn to the person next to you...
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Divorce
• There are more divorces now then the early 20th century . . .
Turn to the person next to you and come up with two reasons why?
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Emile Durkheim
• Who is called the “first sociologist” argued that the division of labour along traditional gender lines is the basis of stability in marriage and of parental authority.
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Tradition
• Open your books to page 267.
• Development of romantic love as the basis for marriage and the changing economic role of altered the criteria with which partners assessed their satisfaction with their relationship . . .
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Divorce Act of 1968
• This reflected the expectations that marriage should be based on love and companionship and allowed divorce for “marriage breakdown” after separation of 3 years.
• At this point what happened to divorce rates?
• In 1985, the Divorce Act of Canada reduced the separation duration to 1 year.
• At this point what happened to divorce rates?
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Theories of Divorce• Divorce occurs for many reason.• Sociologist Emily Nett identified two categories of
divorce: marriage “mistakes” and marriage “failures.”• She believes 17% of couples who divorce before 5
years of marriage are incompatible and they mare the wrong decision.
• She also believes couples who divorce late failed to adjust their relationship through critical transitions.
• What are come critical transitions?• What factors effects compatibility in relationships?
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Exchange Theory
• When the costs of the relationship are high or the alternatives become more attractive then the marriage individuals may choose divorce.
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Adjustment to Divorce
• The decision to divorce occurs in a three-phase process over a two-to-three year period.
• Take notes on the following . . .
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Awareness Phase• One individual decides to initiate the divorce,
after a series of ongoing problems and a period of denial.
• Partners begin to withdraw from the relationship by shifting their energies to other roles.
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Separation Phase• Couples plan the break-up of their marital
system, settle child-custody and financial issues.
• Notify friends and family.• Separate households.
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Reorganization Phase
• Individuals establish their separate lives and negotiate their new parental roles.
Note*• Divorced individuals have twice the rate of
suicides, car accidents and physical illnesses and six times the rate of psychological disorders compared to married couples.
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