PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Rise of Divorce
This Wide Angle video features the Arab women of an all-female talk show discussing the rising divorce rates in the Middle East.
Other
Plri: Legislative Efforts to Strengthen Marriage [Pdf]
This article, written for the Public Law Research Institute, summarizes the changes made in laws by the states to strengthen the institution of marriage.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Marriage and Divorce
This National Center for Health Statistic page provides basic stats on marriage and divorce as well as related links to more detailed information.
Other
Adin: Abolish No Fault Divorce?
This article on Divorce Online pertains to the Michigan legislation to abolish no-fault divorce in that state. The article gives a good overview of the arguments and debates on the topic.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Divorce Mediation: Lesson 2
At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand how mediation is applied in divorce cases. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Divorce Mediation."
Pennsylvania State University
Penn State Univ.: Effects of Divorce on Views of Family
This site from the Penn State University provides reports of a study on the effects of divorce on the views of children regarding marriage and relationships.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: The Moral and Canonical Aspects of Marriage
This New Advent article reviews the various aspects of the sacrament of Marriage from the point of view of the canon law of the Catholic Church. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be...
Other
Making Your Marriage Work
This article offers techniques and ideas to help couples make the most of their relationship.
Other
Divorce Reform: Covenant Marriage Links
This site contains information as well as a number of links related to covenant marriage, which requires counseling before taking this step. The information is not too in-depth, but the links are extensive.
Other
George Bernard Shaw/ Life and Excerpts From Works
The biography may be brief, but the selections from his works are, as one is entitled, "Gems." The excerpts deal with subjects like education ("Always argue with the teacher."), love and children, marriage and divorce, and a compilation...
Other
Streetlaw: Family Law
At this website, check out an introduction to family law and several relevant online resources for further reading and research. Topics include: "Law and the American Family," "Marriage," "Legal Rights of Single People Who Live...
PBS
Pbs: This Emotional Life: Intimate Relationships
PBS features in-depth information on developing healthy intimate relationships including topics such as the importance of communication and divorce.
Other
Terry & Co. Uk Solicitors: Judicial Separation
This legal site explains the phrase "judicial separation" as compared to "divorce." Good information about legally distinguishing between the two.
University of Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin: Changing Contexts of Parenting in the United States
This lecture in sociology presented in 1999 describes changing trends in marriage, discusses the new kinds of family situations that have become prevalent today, and examines reasons why these changes are occurring.
MsMoney
Ms Money: Joint Financial Goals
This site discusses financial goals for a married couple. It also includes links to worksheets that can be used for planning goals. In addition, menu items on the left side can be clicked for similar topics for other people, such as a...
Other
Ray Stedman: Expository Studies in First Corinthians
An in-depth study of the Apostle Paul's first epistle to the Corinthians.
Curated OER
Cbc: Conservative Stronach Joins Liberals
Article from 2005 when Canada Member of Parliament Belinda Stronach "crossed the floor" and became a member of the Liberal Party. This resource has the original press release of the event along with video and audio footage as both sides...
Other
Texas Marital Property Issues
This web page contains information about divorce in Texas. It explains that there are two different types of property in the State of Texas: one is community property and the other is separate property.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: The Private Life of the Romans
The complete text of the book published in 1932 giving valuable details on the family life of Romans, the role of children and women, dress codes, water supplies, and much more.
Other
Legal Guide for Immigrants to Maine
Comprehensive but easily understood legal guide for noncitizens in Spanish and English. Though directed to immigrants to Maine, the basic principles apply to immigrants to any state in the United States.
Other
Law and the Family: The Validity of Prenuptial Agreements [Doc]
This legal article from New York Law Journal uses court cases to discuss the validity of these documents. The case law cited is from New York State. (Date of article: Dec. 22, 1998)
Other
Complete Guide to Canada: Canadian Traditions
A look at the stages of life Canadians go through, from birth to death, and the celebrations that happen along the way.