Causes and Effects of

Divorce

Presented by

Ven. B Dhammarama (SIBA-BABL 14-13)

200 Level

Sri Lanka International Buddhist Academy

B u d d h i s t L e a d e r s h i p

Content

Introduction

What is Divorce

Reasons

Why do people get divorce?

Consequences of Divorce

Husband and wife

Effects of Divorce on children

Habits of parents after Divorce

Before to get Divorce

Conclusion

References

Introduction

Divorce is one of the most

serious social problem in the

modern world. It has become

very common teaser and it affects

all levels of society.

In the past, divorce was quite

rare. But today, a majority of

marriages break up their family

lives in the first few years.

The Department of social services

states that the present record of

divorces in Sri Lanka is at 400

per day. It becomes a serious

social issue.

What is Divorce

Oxford Dictionary

The legal dissolution of a marriage by a court

or other competent body.

Wikipedia

Is the final termination of a marital union,

canceling the legal duties and responsibilities

of marriage and dissolving the bonds of

matrimony between the parties.

Merriam Webster

The action or an instance of legally dissolving

a marriage.

Why people get Divorce

Doubt

They are growing apart

They feel unloved from the partner

Unappreciated

Violent spouses

Too much miscommunication

Infidelity

No more trust

Incompatible

Drinking or Drug abuse

Physical or mental abuse

Money problem

Consequences of Divorce

Man

After divorce, They also suffer from financial problems as

a result of their divorce. In addition, they may have

problems dealing with their children.

Woman

It is difficult for a divorced woman to find someone to

marry. She may also suffer from financial problems or

from not being able to see her children.

Common

Anxiety

Fear

Anger

Loneliness

Habits of parents after

divorce

Increased drinking

Overeating

Smoking

Sleeplessness

Nervousness

Think Before you divorce

Should be thought again

Think about the children's future

Discuss again with each other

Should be think about his/her future

Speak with a counselor

Sit out for a period of time

Think about religious concern

Conclusion

References

Primary Sources Dr.Anne Marie Ambert (2009), Divorce facts, causes and

consequences, York university, Canada.

Secondary Sources Ven. Sri Dhammananda K (2004), You and your problems, Buddhist

missionary society, Malaysia.

Dictionary Advance Oxford Dictionary

Merriam Webster

Web side Wikipedia

The Department of social services states web side