Do you need divorce help during this difficult time? You are not alone. Here’s why COVID-19 could be causing a rise in the divorce rate.
Most married couples are not used to spending every waking hour together, so it should come as no surprise that coronavirus-triggered lockdowns are forcing husbands and wives to reevaluate their relationships. For months now, family law and relationship experts have predicted that COVID-19 would lead to much higher divorce rates across the country—and we are starting to see that they could be right.
While divorce usually spikes around New Year’s, recent online trends are showing that the coming months might be the high point for divorce filings in 2020. Searches for information on divorce increased by about 32% from March to May. In Florida, the volume of searches for “divorce”-related information shows that interest is at an all-time high in Florida.
Why is this happening? Let’s take a look at a few of the possible reasons people are seeking more divorce help.
Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
Unless they own a family business (see my video below to learn more about family businesses and divorce) or work in the same department of the same company, most spouses spend the majority of their day apart. While Florida has been more lenient than other states with its use of stay-at-home orders and social distancing restrictions, many married couples have still had to adjust to daily life in a confined space.
For those lucky enough to be able to work from home, spending so much time in the same space as their spouse may come as a shock. During the past several months, people have learned new things about each other, and some of it is not causing feelings of love and affection.
Added Stress Highlights Pre-Existing Problems in the Relationship
Stress is a large contributor to divorce. Whether the stress comes from living in a confined space 24/7 or arguments over money because of reduced income from layoffs, the pressure is starting to add up. But we cannot blame the pandemic for all the problems that couples are currently facing.
While it is true that added financial and social stress have not helped matrimonial bliss thrive, many couples have realized that the problems they are dealing with were there before COVID-19—and those problems will still be there after it passes.
If those problems are insurmountable, seeking divorce help is likely the only solution.
Get Expert Divorce Help Now So You Can Start Living the Way You Want after the Pandemic
Is COVID-19 exacerbating problems in your marriage? Have you thought of filing for divorce? If you need to talk to someone about what you are going through, I am here to help. Get in touch with me today so that we can discuss your situation and devise a plan to move forward.
About the Author: Helena Y. Farber is an attorney in Aventura, Florida, whose practice is concentrated in the areas of divorce and family law. She can be reached at (305) 520-9205 or via email at hyf@farberlawpa.com.
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