Summer Divorce Season – Yes, It’s Real!

Is divorce seasonal?  No, divorce doesn’t happen because of the changes in weather but there are studies that show when divorce happens more often!  Let’s take a look at different divorce statistics based on the season.

 

When does divorce happen less?

According to Julie Brines, an associate sociology professor at UW who coauthored the study, the patterns mirror a “domestic ritual calendar.”  The first topic the study covers is that there are periods of time when divorces happen less often. 

 

For example, this is sometimes when a couple’s children’s school year has already begun or around the holidays. “People don’t want to be accused by friends, family that they are heartless right before Christmas,” states family and divorce lawyer Miles Mason.

 

When is there a rise in divorce?

So when? Top times that couples file for divorce is typically in the summer months, around tax time, and the beginning of the new year with the “New Year, New Me” mentality. These indicators also reveal theoretical breaking points that could prompt a divorce. 

 

The post-holiday divorce rush completely makes sense.  Take this scenario for example – an unhappy spouse may want to give it one last shot to see if some holiday magic puts spark back into the marriage. When that fails to happen, the new year comes along and the divorce trigger is pulled. That disappointed person will want a fresh start and file for divorce.  Brines stated, “People tend to face the holidays with rising expectations, despite what disappointments they might have had in years past.”

 

If you are in need of a successful and knowledgeable divorce attorney in Tampa, FL, please call the law office of Anton Garcia today. We are here to help you get through the process and represent your best interests.

 

Statistics on Times of Year When Divorce Is Filed

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