THE ANATOMY OF MODERN MARITAL DISSOLUTION: CAUSES, SOCIETAL IMPACTS, AND MITIGATION STRATEGIES

Abstract

The family institution is historically regarded as the fundamental building block of human society. It provides economic stability, emotional security, and the primary environment for socialization. However, over the past several decades, the global landscape of the family has undergone a radical transformation. One of the most significant shifts is the escalating rate of marital dissolution, commonly referred to as divorce.

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