Divorces Quote by James T. Patterson
““The divorce rate in 1945 shot up to double that of the prewar years, to 31 divorces for every 100 marriages—or 502,000 in all. Although the divorce rate dropped in 1946 and returned to prewar levels by the early 1950s, its jump in 1945 exposed the rise of domestic tensions in the immediate aftermath of war.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Grand Expectations, The United States, 1945‑1974, 1997
Post‑World War II saw a sharp rise in divorces, reflecting heightened domestic strain after conflict.
In simple terms: Divorce spiked after WWII due to stress.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address post‑crisis family stress.
Themes
family
war aftermath
social change
Mood
analytical
historical
Type
social
educational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- policy making
- historical research
Key Concepts
sociology
stress theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors contributed to post‑war tension?
- How can societies support families after crises?
A Different Perspective
Data may oversimplify complex causes.
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