Divorce rates shift as every generation comes and passes. People are getting divorced regardless of whether the rates decline, increase, or plateau. And as of 2022, the era with the highest divorce rate, perhaps unsurprisingly, is the baby boomer group (those born between 1946 – 1965).
According to recent divorce polls, in the years between 1990 and 2012, the divorce rate for boomers had more than doubled when compared to the past twelve years.
Even today, the boomer generation – now 65 years or over – their divorce rate has gone to triple. We look at the eight reasons why.
They Are the Largest Demographic
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The critical reason boomers are the generation getting the most divorces is the sheer size of the demographic. As of 2020, the global rate of boomers is 77 million.
Large Population
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As baby boomers make up one of the largest single groups in recorded history, mathematically and statistically, it stands to reason why the divorce rate is so high among them.
They Challenged Social Standards & Norms
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Post-WW2 babies, or baby boomers, were in their prime when one of history’s most prominent social and cultural shifts occurred.
A Shift in Social Practices
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During the 1960s, young people were revolutionized by a series of factors (most prominently, the invention of the birth control pill), which changed how the generation viewed many traditions (including marriage and divorce) and enabled them to live a more autonomous, unconventional life.
The Attitude Towards Marital Values Shifted
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Simply put, boomers did not want what their parents had and didn’t want to conform.
Beliefs in Marriage
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Often referred to as the “Me Generation,” boomers revolted against expected traditions in favor of what they wanted to do.
Women Began Earning Their Own Income
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Before the 1960s, women having careers was virtually unheard of. So much so it was even illegal for a woman to have a bank account before the sixties. They also weren’t able to attain financial credit until the creation of the Equal Credit Act was passed in 1974.
Financial Independence
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This shift predominantly affected the boomer generation, seeing women “in droves” entering the workplace to have their own income and no longer needing a man to earn her keep.
Child-Rearing
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Until the 1960s, it was expected that any pregnant woman should be married to – or should quickly wed – the man who fathered the child.
Reproduction
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Owing to the invention of the contraceptive pill, women could then enjoy autonomy with sexual pleasure. In addition, they could control when and if they wanted to bring children.
Less Stigma
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It wasn’t until the latter half of the twentieth century that the word “divorce” finally shed its stigma of shame, sin, and failure.
Freedom From Being Judged
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Due to religious reasons, divorce was widely considered unacceptable – even for unhappy or abusive marriages – and wasn’t as easy to attain as post-1960s. Words like “irreconcilable differences” were unheard of.
Behavior Tolerance
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Women’s rights and feminist movements were in full effect when boomer women were in their prime years and becoming less tolerant of marital affairs and abuse.
These movements saw more liberty for women than ever before, meaning they were no longer suffering in awful marriages for the sake of finances, religion, or societal pressure.
Changes in the Law
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Boomers rode the first wave of the “no-fault divorce” age, which meant those wanting out of marriage no longer had to provide substantial evidence and reason as to why.
Improved Accessibility
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Instead, they could bail out of marriage simply because they wanted to – making divorce more accessible.
16 UNACCEPTABLE THINGS BOOMERS GOT AWAY WITH IN THEIR YOUTH THAT WOULD SPARK OUTRAGE TODAY
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Looking back on the childhood of the boomer generation, it becomes evident that certain things once considered appropriate would never pass today’s standards. The cultural landscape has evolved significantly, leading us to recognize 16 aspects of their upbringing that would be deemed wholly unacceptable today. From unsupervised outdoor adventures to unfiltered television content, the boomer generation got away with various experiences that would undoubtedly raise eyebrows in today’s world. Let’s delve into these intriguing elements of their upbringing and reflect on how far society has come.
16 UNACCEPTABLE THINGS BOOMERS GOT AWAY WITH IN THEIR YOUTH THAT WOULD SPARK OUTRAGE TODAY
AUTOMOTIVE MONSTROSITIES: THE 10 CARS THAT PROVOKE BOOMER WRATH UNLIKE ANY OTHER
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There’s no age quite like the Baby Boomers. Born between 1946 and 1964, this group has witnessed some of the most transformative periods in automotive history. They saw the rise and fall of the muscle car era, the oil crisis of the ’70s that led to a change towards smaller and more fuel-efficient cars, and the technological leaps of the 21st century that introduced a new era of hybrid and electric cars. Yet, not every car model has managed to win their hearts. In fact, some have attracted quite the opposite reaction. From design tragedies to mechanical misfits, here are the car models that achieved the questionable honor of being the most hated by the Boomers. Buckle up as we take a reflective yet bumpy ride down memory lane.
AUTOMOTIVE MONSTROSITIES: THE 10 CARS THAT PROVOKE BOOMER WRATH UNLIKE ANY OTHER
IT’S TIME TO LET GO: 30 OUTDATED BOOMER HOME TRENDS THAT DESPERATELY NEED TO BE SHOWN THE EXIT!
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With the advances of social media, home trends, décor, and fads change faster than ever before. While some trends become instant classics, others can be redundant, unsensible, or just downright hideous. In a popular online forum, users shared the home fads they’re tired of seeing. We’ve compiled a list of these most disliked home décor fads, so grab a cup of coffee, and let’s look into these less-than-inspiring home design options!
IT’S TIME TO LET GO: 30 OUTDATED BOOMER HOME TRENDS THAT DESPERATELY NEED TO BE SHOWN THE EXIT!
BOOMERS FED UP: THE NEVER-ENDING SAGA OF MILLENNIAL BLAME FOR FINANCIAL FAILURES – ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!
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Millennials look at their current economic situation with despair. The feeling amongst them is that the boomers are the cause of their woes. Boomers are considered to be a group of individuals who are self-serving, greedy, and short-sighted. But is this the case?
BOOMERS FED UP: THE NEVER-ENDING SAGA OF MILLENNIAL BLAME FOR FINANCIAL FAILURES – ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!
