If you look at divorce statistics in the UK over the course of the last 45 years, there are two clear trends that stand out. Firstly, the number of couples tying the knot has decline considerably during this time, as social attitudes have shifted and caused marriage to become a slightly outdated institution. Despite this, the number of divorces has remained largely unchanged, with the rate of separation increasing incrementally as a result. In fact, the divorce rate was a relatively paltry 18.3% in 1971, while the corresponding number in 2014 was around 44%. If you find yourself dealing with the prospect of divorce, you’ll be sure to experience some…