The emotional process can be broken down into 5 stages: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance.

What is the first stage of divorce?

The Decree Nisi is the first decree in the divorce proceedings which confirms that the Court considers that the petitioner is entitled to a divorce but it is not until Decree Absolute is pronounced that the divorce is finalised and you are no longer married.

How long does it take to get over a divorce?

Getting Over Divorce On average, therapists say that it takes one year for every five to seven years of marriage for you to fully get over a divorce and move on. However, there are several things that impact your emotional recovery from divorce, and these things can make healing happen faster or slower, depending.

What is the last stage of divorce?

Pronouncement of Decree Absolute The final step in the divorce is the pronouncement of the Decree Absolute which will be made on the court receiving the Notice of Application for Decree Nisi to be made Absolute.