$Unique_ID{BRK01802} $Pretitle{} $Title{Separation and Divorce} $Subject{separate Separation Divorce divorces divorcing cope Coping booklet booklets pamphlet pamphlets National Mental Health Association age old Older American Retired Persons AARP suggestion suggestions help helping rate rates affect affecting affected} $Volume{} $Log{} Copyright (c) 1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc. A Resource About Separation and Divorce ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I know of very few people whose lives have not been touched by the pain of divorce. The deep emotional consequences not only affect the two principals in the action, but family, friends, and even more distant members of the community. There are some experts that say that the rate of divorce may rise to as many as 1 for every 2 marriages, as the pressures of a changing society rip at marital ties. Though most of these divorces occur in people under 35, the number is on the rise for those who have already passed that mark. The booklet "Coping with Separation and Divorce" is available without charge by sending a stamped self-addressed business sized envelope to the National Mental Health Association, 1021 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2971. Older folks might be particularly interested in the booklet offered by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) whose booklet "Divorce after 50" can be obtained by sending your request to AARP, 601 E Street, #B5212, Washington, DC 20049. Both these booklets contain suggestions of help to all. ---------------- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical problem.