The phenomenon divorce A study of its effects and causes – a field study in the city of Diwaniyah

Abstract

The phenomenon of divorce is one of the most significant issues that has spread widely in society recently as a result of societal changes. Although Islam analyzes divorce, it considers it the most detested of permissible things in the eyes of God because it leads to the collapse and disintegration of the family and society and creates homeless children capable of committing various crimes. Regulating and strengthening the relationship between married individuals is among the most important matters that scholars, writers, and thinkers have addressed. Many Quranic verses and Prophetic hadiths emphasize the importance of a successful marital relationship, which plays a major role in the progress and development of society. A successful family leads to the advancement and development of society and the creation of a society free from chaos and violence. This research is divided into two parts: the first addresses the research problem, its importance, and its objectives; the second part discusses the concept of divorce, its causes, and its consequences; the third part covers the research methodology, the sample, the population, the statistical data, the research recommendations and results, and the sources used. The research sample consisted of 80 divorced men and women from the city of Diwaniyah. The research yielded several key findings, including: 1- The vast majority of respondents (75%) were divorced. 2- Most respondents confirmed that infidelity is a significant factor in divorce. 3- Respondents (61% to 75%) emphasized that interference from the couple's families is a major contributor to the high divorce rate. 4- Most respondents (69%) asserted that divorce leads to a significant increase in homicides. 5- Respondents (75%) also confirmed that the high divorce rate contributes to a significant increase in alcohol and drug abuse in society.