Neglect

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Neglect refers to the failure of one spouse to provide adequate care, support, or attention to the other spouse or the family as a whole.

Examples of Neglect:

  • Lack of financial support
  • Lack of emotional affection or communication
  • Lack of physical affection
  • Physically abusive
  • Alienation of spouse and children

Note: Any of the above may demonstrate a breakdown in the marital relationship and be sufficient grounds for divorce.

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