The Role of the Social Researcher in Reducing the Phenomenon of Divorce

Abstract

This study seeks to activate the role of the social researcher in reducing the phenomenon of divorce, which is one of the most prominent contemporary social problems due to its negative effects on the stability of the family and society. This research aims to highlight the importance of professional intervention by social workers in resolving family conflicts and fostering understanding between spouses before they escalate and lead to divorce. This is achieved through the use of scientific methods and professional skills based on guidance, counseling, and family reconciliation. The study concludes that activating the role of social workers contributes to reducing divorce rates, while emphasizing the need for institutional and legislative support for this role. The importance of this study lies in its novelty, realism, and ability to yield scientific and practical results. Through this study, we can assess the researcher's actual influence on guiding marital relationships and reducing the phenomenon of divorce. We adopted both descriptive and analytical methodologies in this study. Our topic is divided into two sections. The first section addresses the role of family guidance committees in the pre-litigation phase, and it comprises two subsections: the first defines the concept and importance of family guidance committees, and the second outlines their tasks. The second section, entitled "Activating the Researcher's Role in Reducing the Phenomenon of Divorce," addresses two subsections: the first examines methods for resolving disputes and reducing their occurrence, and the second explores the researcher's role in resolving disputes after a lawsuit has been filed. We conclude the research with a summary highlighting the most important findings and recommendations.