The U.S. divorce rate peaked in the late 1970s and began falling, except among persons born between 1946 and 1971.  Baby boomer divorce rates doubled after 1990, and among couples over 65, the divorce rate almost tripled.  What’s causing this spike in gray divorces?  The causes of gray divorce include living longer, growing apart, higher expectations, having more money, women getting educated, infidelity, and more post-divorce options for divorced spouses.  However, there is a down side to … [Read more...]