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Is a Narcissist Manipulating Your Custody Case?

Going through a divorce with custody issues is hard enough, however, the level of contention increases exponentially when one parent is a narcissist. In this situation, the other parent needs to remain strong and prepared for almost anything the narcissist might try to manipulate during the custody case. How to Know You Are Dealing with a Narcissist A narcissist is someone who suffers from Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Narcissists can be exceptionally hard to reason within court because … [Read more...]

Effective Co-Parenting Starts Here

by Denise Erlich

When children are involved in a difficult divorce, co-parenting can be extremely challenging but following a few simple steps can make all the difference. When parents put their differences aside, practice flexibility, and make their children their top priority, children of divorce have better outcomes. Want What is Best for the Children When parents are fighting, children are the ones that suffer. Both parents need to approach the co-parenting situation with good intentions toward their … [Read more...]

Study: Divorce May Be Contagious

by Denise Erlich

Divorces can be contagious. A recent study has shown that couples with friends who have divorced are 75 percent more likely to end their marriages. And if a friend of a friend divorces, a split is about 33 percent more likely. Seeing a friend going through a divorce can cause one or both partners to evaluate their own marriage and happiness. In some cases, divorcing friends give each other the strength to move forward. Domino Divorce Phenomenon The joint study conducted by Brown University, … [Read more...]

Why You Should Think Twice Before Being Nice in a Divorce

by Denise Erlich

Making the mistake of being too nice during the divorce process could potentially bring unintended consequences. Under the best circumstances, the friendliest divorce can quickly turn nasty. Actions taken by one or both litigants to try to keep the peace or done out of feeling guilty could lead to disaster and become costly. Underestimating Instead of Preparing for the Worst A common mistake is trusting that the other spouse would never do anything to hurt the other. But the fact that the … [Read more...]

Is Travel Restricted After Divorce?

by Denise Erlich

When children are involved in a divorce, limits for travel are set within the guidelines of parenting time in the family’s custody order. Most custody orders require the non-custodial parent to consult with the custodial parent to get permission to travel out of state or the country. However, complications can arise when parents disagree about travel that involves their children and could interfere with parenting time. Most Parenting Arrangements Require Permission The parent wishing to travel … [Read more...]

Is a Narcissist Manipulating Your Custody Case?

Effective Co-Parenting Starts Here

Study: Divorce May Be Contagious

Why You Should Think Twice Before Being Nice in a Divorce

Is Travel Restricted After Divorce?

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