Annulment Assessment
Psychological evaluation in support of petitions to declare a marriage void for psychological incapacity (Article 36, Family Code).
What is Annulment Assessment?
Licensed psychologists conduct thorough evaluations of psychological incapacity to support petitions for the declaration of nullity of marriage. We follow the standards expected by the courts and prepare clear, well-documented reports.
The law behind it — Article 36
Article 36 of the Family Code says a marriage can be declared void if, at the time of the wedding, a spouse was psychologically incapable of carrying out the essential duties of marriage.
“Psychological incapacity” means a serious, deep-rooted condition that was already present before the marriage — not simply refusal, ordinary difficulty, or a change of heart later on.
In 2021, the Supreme Court (in Tan-Andal v. Andal) explained that psychological incapacity is a legal idea, not a medical illness that must be labelled with a diagnosis. Even so, expert psychological evaluation is still commonly used to help the court understand a spouse’s personality and why the marriage broke down.
How we help
- Comprehensive psychological evaluation
- A clear report on personality structure and its effect on marital obligations
- Expert testimony when needed
For information only. This page explains general information for education. It is not legal advice. For your specific situation, please talk to a lawyer.
All assessments are confidential and protected under RA 10173 (Data Privacy Act) and RA 10029 (Philippine Psychology Act of 2009).