The end of a marriage is never easy, even if circumstances make it clear it’s time to move on. In addition to the emotional fallout, there are practical legal concerns that arise with marital dissolution. Here are answers to some of the most common divorce questions: When can I file? The state you live in will have a timetable for how long you and your spouse need to be living … [Read more...]
Emotional and Psychological Effects of Divorce
The rate of divorce in the United States is over 50%, making it the highest divorce rate in the world. As many as a third of all second marriages end in divorce. Divorce is not an easy choice, but sometimes it’s necessary. Below are just a few psychological and emotional effects that may result from divorce: Increased depression may result because the individual feels … [Read more...]
Co-Parenting Tips for Divorced Parents
Even if you have a fairly amicable relationship with your ex-spouse, divorce is never easy. When you have children involved, it is even more difficult – especially concerning parenting decisions. Here are several co-parenting tips that can help you maintain a cordial relationship for the sake of your children: Put your kid’s needs ahead of your own. Put aside the … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Adjusting to Life after Divorce
Whether the divorce was your idea or not, it’s still painful. The dreams you once had as a couple failed to transpire, and sadness and stress can creep into your life. Below are some tips to help you begin adjusting to your new single life. Find a good support network. eHarmony suggests finding a TP (transition partner) who has no personal agenda, has been divorced, does … [Read more...]
Social Networking Sites Increasingly Cited as Cause in Divorce Cases
Social networking sites has become such a force in our society that they have the power to negatively affect marriages when people are concerned about their spouse’s activities on Snapchat, Facebook, Twitter, Skype and other social networking platforms. In the US, a survey of divorce attorneys showed that 81 percent saw an increase in social media sites being named as a … [Read more...]
