Marriage in Singapore has always been the true basis of a family unit across all cultures. Couples who choose to enter holy matrimony together actively commit to a lifetime full of love and sacrifice. However, despite this, there has been an increasingly high rate of divorces occurring throughout the years. In this article, we will be looking into the contributing factors to the increased divorce rate in Singapore. It also aims to understand these factors in order to help prevent more divorces in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Back in 2021, Singapore observed 7,674 divorces, indicating an upward trend in the divorce rate. This was an increase of 14.4% from the tallied 6,708 divorces in the previous year 2020. Due to COVID-19, 2020, it was reported as a year of fewer divorces than in other years. However, as authorities gradually lifted safety measures and life returned to normal, divorce applications and divorce proceedings started to rise again, further impacting the divorce rate in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Adultery <\/p>\n <\/span><\/h2>\n
Understanding the Divorce Rate in Singapore<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Causes of Rising Divorce Rates in Singapore<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
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\n <\/b>Adultery is, more often than not, one of the leading causes of divorce. While some couples try to work it out after the cheating has occurred, this betrayal is too much for some. Cheating can stem from several reasons. From personal issues or a dying relationship all deal a damaging blow to any relationship, married or not. With that, couples decide to separate and opt for a divorce.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n