Since 1990 there has been a 250% increase in divorce rates for people older than 50. What are the reasons behind this rising trend? What are the mental health implications on both divorcees and their adult children?

LISTEN: The number of couples divorcing late in life has more than doubled since the 90s. Why?

Hosts Dr. Jillian Woodruff, Dr. Justin Clark and Prentiss Pemberton and their guests discuss a variety of health-related topics during this live call-in show. Line One features local physicians and national subject experts from the fields of child care, mental health, nutrition, pharmacology, surgery and more. Callers can talk one-on-one with each week’s guests and are encouraged to send in email questions as well.

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LISTEN: The number of couples divorcing late in life has more than doubled since the 90s. Why?

LISTEN: The number of couples divorcing late in life has more than doubled since the 90s. Why?

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