Divorce

Question 1

Secularisation

Answer 1

• less religious or social stigma attatched to being a divorcee then there used to be

Question 2

Giddens

Answer 2

Pure relationship

• people using relationships as part of their self-identity and experiencing serial monogamy is highly relevant here
• people do not necessarily expect their marraiges to last forever but rather seek perfection

Question 3

changing womens roles

Answer 3

• sue sharp changing ambitions
• women in high paid jobs
• more financially independant

Question 4

Fletcher

Answer 4

Higher expecations on marriage