Top Reasons for Divorce

Divorce is poison in anyone's marriage. And lately, this seems like the only option for couples to get out of a marriage. Even though there is marriage counseling and various tips to save a marriage from divorce, certain issues or problems in a marriage can't be forgiven. There are many reasons for divorce that cannot be solved by therapy or any other means. Whether it is in U.S. or another part of the world, these common causes and reasons can't make things better. And that is what we are going to talk about in this article - why marriages fail?

Reasons Why Couples Opt for a Divorce

The following are reasons for divorce in America and other parts of the world. These are the top 10 reasons why marriages fail. But before we get to the main reasons, here's a table that provides data to get an insight as to which are the topmost reasons. These figures have been collected through an independent study done, which was later on published on Po Bronson's (American journalist) website (unaware if the study was conducted by Po Bronson himself).

Generalized Statistics
1	Communication Gap	69.7 %
2	Unhappy w/ Marriage	59.9 %
3	Incompatibility	56.4 %
4	Abuse (emotional)	55.5 %
5	Financial Crisis	32.9 %
6	Sexual Problems	32.1 %
7	Abuse (alcohol)	30 %
8	Infidelity	25.2 %
9	Abuse (physical)	21.7%
10	Shift in Priorities	N/A

Infidelity
Betrayal, adultery, and cheating in marriage has become one of the most common reasons. Infidelity in marriage can ruin the best of relationships. Whether it's a cheating wife or husband, the repercussions are devastating for the entire family.

Abuse
Although it may seem that being in an abusive relationship means a woman being beaten by a man all the time, then it's not far from the truth. However, it's half the truth. Abuse can be emotional, physical, sexual, psychological, and verbal. And the person at the receiving end of abuse could be either man or a woman. But, most of the time, we find that women in abusive relationships are more willing to file for a divorce (even though they are afraid).

Physically Incompatible
Sometimes, couples just stop having sex. They either get bored by one another or can't physically get attracted perhaps. There could be many for that, low sex drive, disinterest in the spouse, stress at work, low self-esteem, etc. These are some of the main causes and effects of divorce and can create difficulties for many couples.

Communication Gap
Many times, couples don't communicate with one another properly. Communication is key to keeping a marriage fresh and strong. But when there are communication problems, the first thing people opt for is divorce.

Unhappiness or Unsatisfied in Marriage
The feeling of being unhappy or unsatisfied in marriage comes from various reasons. It could be sexual, emotional, or financial. Some couples feel that they are getting bored in their marriage and want to call it quits. They distance themselves, find flaws in their relationship, feel that nothing the other partner does, can make them happy, or again, it could be that they are not sexually satisfied.

Financial Crisis
Perhaps if a couple has made a series of bad financial choices or one of them hid information regarding finances, it could lead to a divorce. Although it may not seem like a big reason, many couples have thought to themselves, "should I get a divorce" at a time like this.

Shift in Priorities
When work or children or hobby becomes more to someone than their spouse, the question of divorce begins to linger. Being with one another, giving each other the much-needed space, involving each other in the good and bad times, all is necessary. And while deciding to divorce, if one of the spouses doesn't even have the time to pay attention to the other one or keeps something or someone else before the partner, it's definitely the end of a marriage (for some).

Addictions
Addiction to drugs, alcohol, erotic movies, etc. To lead a happy married life, controlling your personal needs to a normal level is what keeps a marriage going. Relationship issues crop up when such addictions become more essential in life than the spouse.

Desertion
Abandonment issues is another vital reason to get a divorce. A husband or wife who doesn't have enough time to spend with one another, often find themselves making the decision to separate. In a marriage, taking some time for your spouse is essential as it makes the marriage stronger and healthier.

Failed Expectations
Every individual, when he/she gets married, has certain expectations from their partner. But certain times, few couples have unrealistic expectations that don't seem to get fulfilled. This creates a rift between the couple, ending it in a divorce. Realizing what your partner can offer you and presenting your expectations before getting married, is the key here.

These were some essential reasons for divorce for married couples. While talking about divorce, no one can actually make the decision for someone else as everyone has different lives, different issues. Marriage is a sacred union which should be entered in with utmost care and not throw it away for petty issues. So makes these decisions very carefully as there are other people in your lives as well who can get affected by it.