A unique suite of software to help you take control and make smarter decisions. Split-Up Newsletter Archive. To remove yourself from the mailing list, click here . An article in the December 4 issue of Newsweek observes that divorce is on the rise among senior citizens. It gives several reasons for this trend.
Seniors have more money than before, so they can afford two residences.
They also expect to live longer, so it makes more sense to go through with the divorce. And, believe it or not, Newsweek claims that the release of Viagra has made older men more willing and able to divorce wives of their own age and take up with younger women. Divorce at an older age can be very difficult, especially on the women. One of our Board of Advisor members, Dr. Judith Wallerstein, comments that there is not much good research in this area. She adds that a husband's retirement also triggers changes.