Divorce & Family Dynamics - Tri Duc English TRI DUC ENGLISH IELTS Speaking Part 3 Divorce & Social Stability Evaluating Causes of Marital Conflict, Psychological Trauma, and the Integrity of the Family Unit Topic Vocabulary Psychological & Legal Tolerance /ˈtɒl.ər.əns/ (n) The ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behavior that one dislikes. Trauma /ˈtrɔː.mə/ (n) Severe emotional shock and pain caused by an extremely upsetting experience. Integrity /ɪnˈteɡ.rə.ti/ (n) The state of being whole and undivided (referring to the preservation of marriage). Judicial /dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əl/ (adj) Relating to a court of law or the administration of justice and legal proceedings. Premarital /ˌpriːˈmær.ɪ.təl/ (adj) Occurring or existing before marriage (e.g. counseling or education). Safeguard /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːd/ (v) To protect something from harm or damage with appropriate measures. Commitment /kəˈmɪt.mənt/ (n) A promise or firm decision to do something for a long period. Selfishness /ˈsel.fɪʃ.nəs/ (n) Thinking only of your own advantage or pleasure without care for others. *Click cards to hear pronunciation Main Causes Lack of understanding and tolerance . Personality differences and individual selfishness . Financial reasons and failed expectations . Interference of parents and inter-parental conflicts . Inadequate preparation and weak commitment . Societal & Individual Effects Causes psychological trauma (anxiety, depression). Weakens the family unit and destroys social stability . Associated with judicial complications and poverty. Damaging to the emotio...