This increases in the amount of women leaving their children home, or in childcare while the pursue careers. The insatiable desire for parents to earn more income, as opposed to spending quality time with their children, has been proven to cause a decrease in the maturity level of these neglected children at a later age. For these reasons, and other factors that we might not know, the divorce rate is on the increase.
At present there are rising divorce rates everywhere in the developed world. It is accepted in most societies that "where there is a marriage, there is a divorce". Statistics show that, "in Canada, one out of every four marriages ends in divorce". These climbing rates are alarming. It suggests a "divorce epidemic" in society today. This epidemic brings upon new economic problems such as the increasing number of single, divorced mothers on social assistance. But the real concern should be focused on the children involved. Research has looked into the effects divorce has on children and it has statically proven that a failed marriage brings upon a noticeable affect on the child involved.
Emotional State of the Child:.
For many children, the news that their parents are splitting up comes as a complete surprise. "Many parents fail to explain to their children what is happening either because that are too upset and the less said, the better".
However, when they do find out, the outcome will vary with the age and sex of the child. "Very young children, under the age of three, often don't understand what is going on. Those bit older often feel they are to blame, and are afraid of losing the other parent. They cling to their parent, have nightmares, and need endless reassurance." Younger children tend to fantasize a great deal about their parents getting back together whereas for older children, it is a different perspective. "Preadolescent youngster fail to see divorce as a logical solution and feel that their parents should stay together.
