Family Disintegration And Crime In Algeria: An Analytical Study On The Impact Of Divorce On Criminal Behavior
Auteurs : Belkhammes Yamina . Belfodil Kamel . Merrouch Kais .
Résumé
This study examines the relationship between rising divorce rates and crime prevalence in Algeria by analyzing social, economic, and psychological factors. According to official statistics, divorce cases increased from 76,000 in 2021 to 93,400 in 2023, exceeding 33% of total marriages. Key causes include marital infidelity and stubbornness (65% within the first five years), economic pressures (40% of divorced families), family interference (30%), and incompatibility in personality and values (50%). Family breakdown due to divorce contributes to a 25% increase in crime rates among young individuals, mainly due to the lack of parental supervision, leading to higher levels of violence and delinquent behavior. To mitigate the societal impact of divorce, the study recommends strengthening psychological and social support programs for divorcees, improving legal frameworks to protect children, and adopting preventive strategies inspired by successful international models, such as family counseling in Canada, rapid legal intervention in Germany, and family awareness initiatives in France.
Mots clés
Divorce and Crime ; Family Disintegration ; Psychosocial Support ; Community Awareness ; Legislative Reforms
