Facebook Affecting Divorce? (03/23/11)

If you've read the news, you've probably heard that studies are showing that Facebook is now the leading cause in divorce. It seems that some spouses are discovering that their significant other is cheating on them, thanks to Facebook. That's one of the reasons many are staying away from social networking. However, according to the latest research in 2009, the divorce rate has dropped. In my opinion, I think social networking may actually be helping it. Remember, there is always two sides to the story...

Facebook can be used as a tool in both ways. It can be used to cheat, or used as a tool to prevent cheating! By having a Facebook account, ones life suddenly becomes more transparent. In fact, it's almost like you come to be accountable to every 'friend'! Just think about it... thanks to the site- you post what's on your mind, where you are, who your friends are, and who you're in contact with. It's like the ultimate time-tracker and log of your life.

Face it... it's an open book, practically open for all to see. If your spouse knows your password, the more secure things are! Wow, imagine that, besides exposing cheating - Facebook practically prevents you from cheating!!!

Just something to think about... lol!

~Matt

http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/mar/08/facebook-us-divorces