Abstract
A discussion of different types of divorce and the factors leading to different types of custody decisions is presented, based of Swedish data. The effects of custody decisions on the child are briefly discussed. A classification of different custodial decisions and family situations follows. A study of satisfaction with family situation among Swedish women is presented and analyzed according to formal marital status, presence of stepchildren, and maternal employment outside the home. Based on observation of the data, it is concluded that unmarried cohabitation and presence of stepchildren in the family each tend to decrease satisfaction, especially among housewives.
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