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Divorce - GCSE Sociology Definition

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Divorce is the legal process that ends a marriage, allowing each former spouse to become single and potentially remarry if they choose.

In the context of GCSE Sociology, divorce is an important social phenomenon to study as it influences family structures, social norms, and individual roles within society. It can impact children, altering family dynamics and affecting educational performance and social development.

Sociologists examine the reasons behind divorce, such as economic factors, societal changes, and shifts in personal values, as well as its implications for communities and the changing nature of relationships in contemporary society. Understanding divorce helps students explore broader issues related to family, social institutions, and cultural patterns.

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Raj joined Save My Exams in 2024 as a Senior Content Creator for Psychology & Sociology. Prior to this, she spent fifteen years in the classroom, teaching hundreds of GCSE and A Level students. She has experience as Subject Leader for Psychology and Sociology, and her favourite topics to teach are research methods (especially inferential statistics!) and attachment. She has also successfully taught a number of Level 3 subjects, including criminology, health & social care, and citizenship.

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