This article is devoted to a comprehensive analysis of the social and ethnopsychological problems of divorce in Uzbekistan. The study examines demographic and statistical indicators of divorce, as well as deeply studies the main socio-economic and ethnopsychological factors leading to the breakdown of family relations. The article comprehensively covers the negative psychosocial consequences of divorce for individuals, children and society. The existing preventive mechanisms are critically evaluated and specific recommendations are developed on ways to improve them, including adapting international experience to the conditions of Uzbekistan. The article offers practical strategies aimed at strengthening the institution of the family and reducing the number of divorces, and identifies future research directions.

Divorce, Family, Uzbekistan, Social Problems, Ethnopsychology, Prevention, Family Values, Marriage.

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