Effects of Divorce on Mental Health

Introduction–The association between mental distress and divorce is well established through researches. Researches reveals that divorcees face more mental health problems than married and never married. Aim–The purpose of the study is to review the association between marital dissolution and poor mental health outcomes. Method–The current paper gives a systematic review of 12 original studies of divorce during the period of 2011-2021. The focused literature provided information regarding consequences of divorce on health outcomes. Result– Findings reveals that depression, anxiety, stress and other behavioral and emotional disturbances are the outcome of divorce. Conclusion–The review identified the significant relationship between poor mental health and lack of support and loneliness as the major outcomes of divorce.