“Gray divorce” refers to the increasing trend of older adults, particularly those over 50, ending their marriages. This phenomenon is notably rising among those over 65. It often involves couples who, after many years together, realize they are unhappy or have grown apart and decide to separate. In some cases, these divorces come from long-term dissatisfaction, such as infidelity or incompatibility, but couples stayed together for practical reasons like raising children or societal expectations. In other cases, couples might have been happy but later realize they want different things or have grown apart.
What is ‘Gray Divorcing’ and Why are Couples Doing it?
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