Official figures reveal a 15% rise in divorces within this age group compared to previous years.
Experts link this development to changing perspectives on marriage among older individuals. In 2024, nearly 55,595 people aged over 50 got divorced, a noticeable increase from the numbers recorded in 2020.
Many long-time couples have started to realize that they can no longer live together harmoniously. Improved social and economic conditions also play a role in this shift. Sociologists explain the trend as a reflection of the changing standard of living in Türkiye.
While divorces among older adults were once rare, more people over 50 now feel entitled to leave unfulfilling relationships and start anew.
