Who is divorce more difficult for. Woman or men?

Answer 1

I think its women. They get more emotionally into it. But, at the same time, I think it can be just as hard for a man if a woman leaves him.

Its tough on all parties.

Answer 2

This question realy depends on which one filed for the divorce...the husband or wife.

I think often a man is far more willing to tolerate more of the negative aspects in a failing marriage just to receive the perks. The perks being the nice home, the new car lease every year, and being able to see his kids whenever he wants to. Most men also don't like living alone, cooking for themselves, or having to do their own laundry. If you ever notice, most husbands that become widowers, often re-marry their wife's single sister. Most wives that become widowers, remain alone.

A divorce can cost an average ex-husband a lot of money in child support and alimony. Not to mention that usually he gets kicked out of his own house, ends up living in a smaller place, and needs an appointment to visit his own kids.

If you're unhappy, why not just go on line and have a "chat with another woman" or go on a porn site. Not that by any means I am voting for that...but that's just the way some men look at these things these days. Sad, but true.

I'm a single woman,,,never been married. Nowadays a single woman just never knows if a guy is married. Some married men don't flaunt a ring, and flirt a lot.

I speak from experience, unfortunately. I dated a man who was seperated from his wife. He said he wouldn't leave his wife till his kids were older. He was quite content with his great income, his new SUV, and his freedom. Obviously so was his wife. Neither filed for divorce and neither made an effort to make the marriage work. I walked away because I thought they both deserved each other.

Thanks for your question.

Answer 3

It is according to the individual and also to how much each are going through.People can get pretty nasty during a divorce. The men get hurt just as bad as the women do at times though. Not in my divorces but, in some. All in all though, the children are the ones that suffer the most.

Answer 4

Who ever it is that is blessed with the children the most. The other thinks that the child support "covers" it all. But then it may be more difficult, but it is more fulfilling. Emotionally, maybe the woman. But I could be biased here. Also for a lot of women the change is devastating even if it is initiated by them. Some have been home makers and to find a "real" job is a major life change.

It is extremely hard on the kids...the changes are so very hard for them.

Answer 5

I think it depends on the circumstances of the divorce and the people involved.

But I read some research a couple years ago (and I don't know where) about the differences between men and women in relationship. And it said that men have more at stake in a relationship because they generally don't have as many close friends. In the study it said that men often name their significant other as their best friend but women usually name other friend. Women are more open to talking about emotions and feelings with their friends.

Answer 6

In general, break-ups and divorce are more difficult for men compared to women. During the relationship mostly the women anticipate and know that the ending are coming, but on the other hand, the men does not know it coming. Because of this it is difficult for men to handle. Now, not every single case of divorce apply to this explanation. Every couple break-up due to different reasons. But in MOST cases, the men end up have more difficult time dealing with the situation.

But I got to admit that, most of the times; it seems like the women have more difficult time because of the way they express their emotions after the break-ups. But it is a way of releasing stress and anxiety. But on the other hand, we don't see men act dramatic, they don't release their emotions. Because of this, we assume that they have easier time with break-ups.

Answer 7

Let's see, given that marriage is an institution for systematic wealth transfer whereby men lose a substantial portion of their assets in divorce (anywhere b/w 50%-90%), including their house, car(s), etc, on top of facing a 90% prospect of losing custody of their children, in addition to losing future earnings (eg. child support, alimony, etc.), I'd be inclined to say that MEN are the one's who get the short end of the stick.

Women? Eh, well given that women instigate the divorce proceedings 2/3's of the time primarily for trivial 'feeling' reasons, factoring in the above entitlements, what's difficult about that? Women have it easy; they have everything to gain essentially.

Answer 8

I think it all depends on the situation. What type of family/friend support they have, if there are children involved, what caused the divorce. Too many factors play into it to pick men or women.

Answer 9

u cant honestly answer that question by the sex of a person..divorce is hard on everyone.. it depends on the reason for the divorce and who initiates the divorce and id have to say its the hardest on the children....divorce isnt the end of the world though.. sometimes its just the beginning of ur new life and happiness.

Answer 10

I think it depends on who is doing the divorcing.. I think most of the filings are initiated by women.. and I believe because of that.. it may affect the men a little more than it does the women.. but it ain't easy on anyone.. unless it is by mutual consent.. so lets say.. 60/40 men..

Answer 11

I think that all depends on the circumstances. who wanted the divorce. i thin men are better hiding their pain but it doensnt mean they hurt any less. woman if left with children and no help have a rough time. this to me isnt a qestion where I can say , man or woman ,too many ffactors are involved.