"Marital breakdown" refers to the deterioration or failure of a marriage or relationship between spouses. It means that the marriage has become irreparable or dysfunctional, often leading to separation or divorce. Full definition
Few studies however have examined the possibility that depression can lead to a decrease in marital quality and an increase in marital breakdown. (link.springer.com)
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