In recent years, divorce trends in the U.S. have shown notable shifts. Overall, the divorce rate has decreased among younger couples, possibly due to changing attitudes toward marriage, increased financial independence, and people waiting longer to marry. However, divorce rates are climbing among older adults, leading to the rise of "gray divorce," where couples in their 50s and 60s are ending long-term marriages. This increase is often due to longer life expectancies, evolving societal views on personal happiness, and greater financial independence in later years. Additionally, there has been a growing shift toward alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation and therapy, as couples aim to minimize the emotional and financial costs associated with traditional divorce proceedings. The overall impact of these shifts on families, particularly on children, is also a key point of concern, with many advocates pushing for more supportive, child-centered divorce processes.