Figuring out how to explain your divorce to your kids is often one of the most difficult aspects of the entire process. Many parents are inclined to tell their children that the divorce “is for the best,” and they try to reassure their kids by saying “things will all work …
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Marrying Later In Life Could Increase Odds Of Divorce

There are a number of revelations regarding the historical marriage and divorce trends of couples in the U.S. that can be uncovered by examining statistical data. An in-depth review of the data shows that marriage and divorce rates typically fluctuate based on a variety of societal and cultural influences. It …
CONTINUE READINGIs It Common For A Judge To Write The Divorce Agreement?

Question: My wife and I are handling out own divorce and were able to come to an agreement on all issues. The judge asked us if we would like to make the orders or have him write them. We chose to have him write them so we didn’t make any …
CONTINUE READINGDadsDivorce Live: Transitioning Through Divorce & Parental Separation
Divorce and relationships expert Nancy Fagan, founder of the The Divorce Help Clinic, recently launched a new site designed to help parents and children through the transition of divorce. The site, www.FairyGoodHeart.com, offers resources that focus on helping parents and children remain connected during times of parental separation. The site …
CONTINUE READINGThe Dos & Don’ts Of Post-Divorce Dating

Dads should always proceed with caution when jumping back into the dating game following a divorce. While it is certainly possible to successfully make that transition and find a compatible partner, many men make several common mistakes that hinder their divorce recovery and make the healing process even harder for …
CONTINUE READINGDo Men Take Breakups Harder Than Women?

Do men or women take breakups harder? New research suggests that women might experience more emotional turmoil after a split, but men have more difficulty recovering. Researchers from Binghamption University and University College London recently surveyed nearly 6,000 participants from 96 countries and asked them to rate the emotional and …
CONTINUE READINGNew Study Shows Divorce Experience Has An Upside

When you’re in the midst of a messy, painful divorce or separation, it can seem like life is over. Many people going through a split even use language and imagery that evoke images of death and dying. However, a new study suggests that people who have experienced extreme hardships, such …
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Question: I am in the middle of a divorce/custody battle and trying to obtain either full custody of our children or have my child support obligation lowered. However, I have not been able to contact my wife in more than a month. We are at the point in our divorce …
CONTINUE READINGThink Twice Before Leaving The Marital Home

Question: If I leave the marital home, but continue paying the majority of the bills, is it OK for me to sign a lease on an apartment? It’s not healthy for me to stay in the same house as my ex-wife.
CONTINUE READINGHow To Start Your Divorce And Child Custody Case

Question: I separated from my wife nearly five years ago and she has kept me from seeing my children ever since. Recently, I found out she moved across the country to live with a friend and it sounds like a living situation that is not healthy for my children and …
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