Divorce

As a responsible parent, you’ve probably heard the term “adverse childhood experiences,” or ACEs. These are approximately ten (depending on what list you look at) experiences that can cause toxic stress in children that contributes to emotional, social and even...

Aside from you, your children will be the people most affected by your divorce. Hence it is only fair that they are among the first to know that you’ve made the decision to end your marriage. Breaking the news will obviously be traumatic for them, so take some time...

Divorce is something many people don’t want to have. Yet, whether it’s because there’s constant arguing, spousal abuse, parenting method conflicts or it, simply, it was the wrong time, many people get divorced. However, it can be hard to commit to the idea that...

Social media offers many benefits. It helps you connect with family and friends, even if they are far away. Unfortunately, during a divorce, social media can be quite damaging and increase the stress of this situation. If you plan to use social media during your...

Working out the terms of a divorce is challenging, partly because of the emotions involved in this situation. Even if you’re the one who wanted the divorce, you’re going to have many emotions to work through.  Being able to think logically during negotiations is...

You and your spouse spend a few months talking about divorce, and you finally decide that it is something you’d like to do. After you’re certain, you take the time to break the news to your child. You try to explain the situation as well as you can and you tell them...

One problematic area when a couple gets divorced can be an engagement ring. It may be very expensive, and many people pay thousands of dollars – if not tens of thousands – for their engagement rings. This is a sentimental asset, to be sure, but it is also a very...

Planning in advance for any major change in your life can help it go more smoothly. Divorce is no exception. If you can plan in advance, you may have a better chance of getting custody of your children and getting a fair share of your assets. But if you’re not...

Blended families are increasingly common. People who didn't marry the parents of their children or who divorced before remarrying will find themselves in a family scenario where not everyone has the same rights. A stepparent will live with, take care of and provide...

Divorcing your husband can be a challenging time for you. You have to consider many points, which are even more plentiful if you have children. It may behoove you to prepare for certain financial aspects of the split.  One of the biggest challenges for women is that...