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Toronto Sun
13-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Toronto Sun
SEX FILES: Cruel summer: Why more couples are considering divorce as temperatures rise
Summer is becoming the season of breakups, writes Simone Paget. Photo by Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. When we think of summer, we envision lazy days and playful vacations filled with bright sunshine and carefree energy, but increasingly, it's becoming the season of breakups. While the first Monday in January has long been known as 'Divorce Day' due to the post-holiday surge in splits, new data suggests that more couples are choosing to wait until the weather warms up before officially calling it quits. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account According to the divorce app SplitUp , searches for divorce lawyers have reached a five-year high, with searches soaring by a staggering 4,950% over the past 90 days. In June 2025 alone, interest in divorce lawyers peaked at 30,600 searches – a 13% jump from January. So, what's causing this shift in couples splitting up? According to psychologist Dr. Danielle Forshee , an uptick in summer breakups may be due to the way increased sunshine affects the brain. 'As the summer months continue and sunlight improves, the brain produces less melatonin and more serotonin, making people feel happier and less reliant on their partner for emotional support.' The warmer weather, additional socializing, and emphasis on personal freedom that summer brings provide people with the space and clarity to reassess their relationships. 'In many cases, relationship issues that were simmering in winter come to a head during summer. People feel less willing to 'wait it out' when they could be thriving instead of surviving,' says Lilithfoxx , a board-certified sexologist, AASECT-certified Sexuality Educator, and relationship & intimacy coach. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Summer often brings more opportunities to socialize, which Lilithfoxx says can act as a mirror. 'When you're seeing friends who seem joyful or experiencing romantic chemistry in casual settings, it naturally invites comparison.' This reflection can amplify what isn't working in your relationship. 'Increased social engagement can also expose cracks, especially if your partner is withdrawn, controlling, or not on the same page,' she says. Andrew Feldstein is the founding lawyer of the Feldstein Family Law Group P.C., a family law firm in the Greater Toronto area. He says that this new sense of clarity may help people realize they've been staying in a relationship out of habit or fear rather than genuine satisfaction. 'This can prompt someone to explore the possibility of a divorce,' he says. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. With that said, Feldstein suggests that we shouldn't discount the role the current economic situation plays in shaping the future of relationships. 'The recent increase in inflation has fundamentally altered how many Canadian families manage their finances,' says Feldstein. When you're already struggling to afford groceries or keep up with mortgage payments, and you add the extra costs associated with the season, such as additional activities, summer camp, and vacation expenses, it can further exacerbate the fissures in a relationship. Breaking up during the summer may sound daunting (cue the opening chords of Bananarama's 'Cruel Summer'), but for many couples, especially those with children, it can be a beneficial decision. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Going through a divorce when the kids are out of school ensures that their regular routines aren't being disrupted while their home life is changing. This gives families time to establish new living arrangements and adjust to new dynamics before the added pressure of a new school year begins,' says Feldstein. Children are also more likely to be out of the house, for example, at camp or with their grandparents. 'This gives parents crucial space to handle the most difficult aspects of a separation (logistics, custody, and finances) without children witnessing heated discussions, moving arrangements, or potential emotional breakdowns that often accompany major life changes,' he says. While divorce is often the best decision for everyone involved, it can be incredibly disruptive. 'As our children are concerned, there's no good time to file for divorce,' says Dr. Wendy Walsh, Psychology Professor and Relationship Expert at . This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. For this reason, Feldstein urges people not to be blinded by the rose-colored glasses of summer. 'The most important advice I give clients considering divorce, regardless of the time of year, is to pause and think beyond the immediate sense of freedom. Yes, you might feel liberated and optimistic right now, but what will your life actually look like a few months from now? What about the holiday season? Next year?' People need to assess whether they're prepared for divorce carefully. As Feldstein reminds us, 'When divorcing, things often get worse before they get better, and it can be a long time before that 'better' arrives.' While the warmer months can provide additional clarity and space for reflection, 'You must go into the decision with open eyes and the confidence that this is the right decision for you and your family in the long term,' says Feldstein. After all, summer is a season, but divorce is a year-long reality. NHL World Toronto & GTA Toronto & GTA World
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Summer is the season of divorce, study says: ‘More singles than ever'
Divorced girl summer is in. New data from SplitUp, an app that helps people navigate their divorce, revealed that more recently married couples look to call it quits once summer rolls around. The app analyzed searches for 'divorce lawyer' using Google Trends from June 2020 through June 2025. The team found a 4,950% increase in searches for this term — the highest in five years — within the last three months. Divorce lawyers often have their work cut out for them the first working Monday of the year — which is officially known as 'Divorce Day' — a time when many couples look to split up after having their last straw during a busy holiday season. But it seems that summer might be the new time for couples to take off their wedding rings and say sayonara to each other. In June 2024, there were 30,600 searches for divorce lawyers — a steep 13% increase from January of that same year, according to SplitUp. Psychologist Dr. Danielle Forshee explained the logic behind this new trend: 'The increase in sunlight can literally change your brain, leading to more singles than ever this summer.' Supposedly, summertime also allows for post-divorce smooth transitions. 'To have a good separation [for married couples], divorcing in summer helps ease the transition for children and reduce disruption. As they break up from school, there's time to deal with emotions and get used to new living arrangements before returning,' said Forshee. 'Additionally, work can be quieter in summer due to customer vacations and extended summer breaks internationally, leading to less traffic or business inquiries. This often results in couples having a flexible work schedule, leaving more time to settle into new routines following a split or divorce.' And it's not just Americans who are looking to have some single fun in the warmer months — Singapore, South Africa, Canada and the United Kingdom also saw a surge in summer divorces, 'suggesting a global shift in relationships this summer,' according to Forshee. If you're a happily married couple and aren't looking to split up this season, be sure to avoid these common mistakes a divorce lawyer often sees people making in their marriages. Never prioritize work over your kids and marriage. 'You absolutely cannot prioritize your career over your marriage,' Padideh Jafari, founder and CEO of Jafari Law & Mediation Office, told Business Insider. Another mistake people make is letting social media tempt them. 'From reconnecting with old flames to secret messages, social media is fueling modern divorces,' the expert said. 'Social media makes us think that the grass may be greener somewhere else,' she said. 'But as a married person, you should be thinking about your own home — watering and fertilizing your own lawn to make it beautiful alongside your spouse.' Rushing into romance is another thing people who wind up divorced often do. 'If you're going to be together forever, there's no reason to get married quickly. Instead, take time to see your spouse in different seasons of life, literally and figuratively,' Jafari said.
New York Post
01-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- New York Post
Summer is the season of divorce, study says: ‘More singles than ever'
Divorced girl summer is in. New data from SplitUp, an app that helps people navigate their divorce, revealed that more recently married couples look to call it quits once summer rolls around. The app analyzed searches for 'divorce lawyer' using Google Trends from June 2020 through June 2025. The team found a 4,950% increase in searches for this term — the highest in five years — within the last three months. Advertisement Summer seems to be the season when everyone wants to be single. LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS – Divorce lawyers often have their work cut out for them the first working Monday of the year — which is officially known as 'Divorce Day' — a time when many couples look to split up after having their last straw during a busy holiday season. But it seems that summer might be the new time for couples to take off their wedding rings and say sayonara to each other. Advertisement In June 2024, there were 30,600 searches for divorce lawyers — a steep 13% increase from January of that same year, according to SplitUp. Psychologist Dr. Danielle Forshee explained the logic behind this new trend: 'The increase in sunlight can literally change your brain, leading to more singles than ever this summer.' Supposedly, summertime also allows for post-divorce smooth transitions. 'To have a good separation [for married couples], divorcing in summer helps ease the transition for children and reduce disruption. As they break up from school, there's time to deal with emotions and get used to new living arrangements before returning,' said Forshee. Advertisement 'Additionally, work can be quieter in summer due to customer vacations and extended summer breaks internationally, leading to less traffic or business inquiries. This often results in couples having a flexible work schedule, leaving more time to settle into new routines following a split or divorce.' An expert said that summer allows for easy post-divorce transitions. Svetlana – And it's not just Americans who are looking to have some single fun in the warmer months — Singapore, South Africa, Canada and the United Kingdom also saw a surge in summer divorces, 'suggesting a global shift in relationships this summer,' according to Forshee. If you're a happily married couple and aren't looking to split up this season, be sure to avoid these common mistakes a divorce lawyer often sees people making in their marriages. Advertisement Never prioritize work over your kids and marriage. 'You absolutely cannot prioritize your career over your marriage,' Padideh Jafari, founder and CEO of Jafari Law & Mediation Office, told Business Insider. Another mistake people make is letting social media tempt them. 'From reconnecting with old flames to secret messages, social media is fueling modern divorces,' the expert said. 'Social media makes us think that the grass may be greener somewhere else,' she said. 'But as a married person, you should be thinking about your own home — watering and fertilizing your own lawn to make it beautiful alongside your spouse.' Rushing into romance is another thing people who wind up divorced often do. 'If you're going to be together forever, there's no reason to get married quickly. Instead, take time to see your spouse in different seasons of life, literally and figuratively,' Jafari said.
