How Long Does It Take To Get Over A Divorce?

How long does it take to recover from the emotional strain of a divorce? While the answer is obviously different for everyone, one group has conducted a study and found an average: 17 months and 26 days. The timeframe includes both getting over the emotional stress of a divorce and getting through the legal aspects of ending your marriage – including the separation of property, child custody agreements, and moving.

One out of five respondents said that they have still not and may never get over their divorce. A few more numbers: most begin to feel better 16 months after their divorce and content after 18 months. The average time before a divorcee begins dating again is 15.5 months.

While every divorce is different, and everyone is allowed their own feelings, it can be comforting to know that the vast majority of those going through divorce do reach the light at the end of the tunnel and are able to move on.