Obviously, experiencing a divorce is not good for your mental health as it’s a very traumatic experience. Often times people going through the process experience high levels of stress and depression in the short term. The feeling of loss and failure can be devastating.
It now appears there can be long lasting physical effects as well. Recent studies have shown that married individuals who became single – either by death or divorce – they often suffer from much more than emotional issues.
According to studies administered by The University of Chicago they often see a decrease in physical well-being, in which recovery in not guaranteed. According to the study, the deterioration takes place even if the person marries again.
The studies even challenged a well-known saying in popular culture, “it’s better to have loved and lost, than to never love at all.” Well, the research shows – in terms of health – that it’s better to not have married at all than to experience a divorce. According to the studies, middle-aged individuals who never married have fewer chronic health problems then widows or divorcees.
The bottom line is divorce is hard. It’s a life-changing experience with long lasting effects. In many cases, it is the most difficult situation of a person’s life. This is why it is important to have the resources and the expertise to assist you through this difficult time. The team at The Edmunds Law Firm created the San Diego Divorce Center, a web resource providing extensive information about divorce, family law, custody, military divorce and much more.
If you decide that divorce is the only option, then our lawyers can assist you through the process. Just complete the contact form on our website or call us at 800-481-2526. Our attorneys can make the experience as easy as possible, and get you on the road to recovery.
