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Divorce Recovery is the term referring to the return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after Divorce.

Stages of Divorce Recovery
Recovery from divorce is a process. The length and order of the stages of recovery may vary depending on different factors (e.g. who initiated the divorce, cause of the divorce, etc).

Denial is a part of the healing process and slowly gives way to acceptance of the end of a marriage. The denial stage often begins during the marriage. It may be hard to believe or accept the fact that the marriage is over. The person holds on to a sliver of hope that things can be different—that the other one will change. There is still a belief of things will be worked out magically.
 * One: Denial

The sense of loss associated with divorce creates sadness and other depressed feelings.The end of this stage is marked by increased energy, a desire to make plans for the future, and the emerging ability to express anger outward. Clinical depression, which is more than sadness, sometimes occurs.
 * Two: Depression

Though anger is seen at just about every stage of the divorce transition, it is now the dominant trait. The rage is upsetting, especially to friends and relatives.  The individual’s energy level is higher than at the earlier stages and there is, correspondingly, higher self-esteem. Anger and energy are part of the same cycle, and anger means movement.
 * Three: Anger

This is the stage that the media glamorizes as “second adolescence,” since individuals are frequently trying out new experiences. Contrary to popular belief, these experiences are not exclusively sexual. Individuals in this stage are able to make decisions more easily than in the previous stages. The energy level is high in comparison to the earlier stages. This is the ideal time to use mediation, for clients are in a good place to actively take part in negotiations.
 * Four: Acceptance

Re-entry is the fifth and last stage of the divorce process. This stage of the divorce process is a time of settling down. If there is a predominant theme during Stage Five, it is the feeling of being in control of your life again. Men and women, alike, believe that they have some control over their future. Individuals in Stage Five are able to make long-term plans and commitments.
 * Five: Re-Entry