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May 15, 2024 · Learn how psychological incapacity is defined and proven in Philippine jurisprudence for annulment of marriage. See the landmark cases, guidelines, and requirements for this ground of nullity.
The Supreme Court ruled on the nullity of marriage between Irene and Alfredo, based on Alfredo's psychological incapacity due to schizophrenia. The Court clarified that psychological incapacity is a legal, not a medical, concept and that it is enough that an enduring part of personality renders one incapable of performing essential marital obligations.
Oct 7, 2018 · Psychological incapacity is often used as ground for annulment in the Philippines. But what do you know about it? What constitutes psychological incapacity? Read more...
May 12, 2021 · In a new ruling, the Supreme Court has held that psychological incapacity, a ground in the nullity of marriage, is a legal concept and not medical, and that testimonies from psychologists and...
Sep 7, 2021 · Given the variability and intensity of intimate human relationships, Article 36 of the Family Code on psychological incapacity as a ground for declaration of nullity of marriage was intended to be humane and evolved on a case-to-case basis, but resilient in its application.
Feb 6, 2017 · A petition for review on certiorari challenging the CA decision that denied the nullity of marriage based on psychological incapacity. The RTC declared the marriage null and void ab initio, citing the personality disorder of the husband as a severe psychological disorder.
Jul 8, 2024 · Court of Appeals that psychological incapacity must be characterized by: (a) gravity; (b) juridical antecedence; and (c) incurability.
