The Causal Factors of Divorce in America

nt felt by many men in this situation is one of the major contributing factors in divorce today. These feelings of resentment may lead to behaviors such as alcohol and substance abuse, physical and mental abuse, infidelity, and more(Johnson, Wright, Ketring, 2002).
             In conclusion, money problems simply bring out the worst in people, that may otherwise be hidden. Regardless, there can be little doubt that few things can equal the levels of stress brought about by losing a job, getting a large pay cut, not having enough to pay the bills, and perhaps the worst of all, losing a home in foreclosure(Johnson, Wright, Ketring, 2002). In spite of great economic uncertainties and the cash flow difficulties most of us face, or are likely yet to face, there is a light at the end of the tunnel(Canary, Stafford, Semic, 2002). Armed with the truth and some common sense, Americans are capable of taking control of their households, making their investments certain, and yes, even of regaining control of their country from the pack of scoundrels that currently control our government, our money, and our nation (Sun & Li, 2002).
             Unfortunately, the majority of Americans will continue to live in a state of denial,
             blindly believing the lies of politicians and newscasters (Sun & Li, 2002). For them, the
             light will turn out to be nothing more than an oncoming train. Being studies show that
             money issues are the highest cause of marital conflict and cause for divorce. Conflicts
             over money and money management outweigh conflicts over sex (including affairs) and
             differences over raising children as the greatest trouble area in a marriage (Fowers, Veingrad,
             It is hypothesized that a second causal factor of divorce among heterosexual American
             couples is extra marital activities. According to one study, 70.9% of men and 57.4% of women
             had had some type of extra marital activites.Other studies suggest that men and women have
             extramari...

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