Gender roles may impact a person's decision to initiate a divorce. Traditional and modern gender roles have their fair share of conflict. In traditional roles, the perspective is a male breadwinner and female homemaker. Modern couples often have a more contemporary view that places men and women as equal earners with shared responsibilities. There is a set of expectations regarding each partner's responsibilities in both dynamics. Whether or not partners are in agreement regarding the dynamic … [Read more...]
Nesting May Be an Option for Divorcing Couples in Illinois
In a divorce, children can struggle with moving between two homes as time is spent with both parents, but nesting provides an alternative that lets the children stay in the marital home while the parents alternate. In Illinois, this is an option for parents to consider as they work on the custody and living arrangements. It has the potential to lessen the stress children endure in the divorce process. Understanding Nesting Nesting is a custody arrangement that allows some divorcing … [Read more...]
Modifying an Illinois Divorce Decree
Life's circumstances can change after an original Illinois divorce decree is signed. Illinois law allows some areas of the agreement to be modified after it is finalized, even many years following the divorce. Understanding which areas can be modified and which cannot may help divorcees to adapt arrangements to new life conditions. Shifting Parenting Responsibilities One area that is changeable after a divorce decree is the allocation of parental responsibilities. As children grow and … [Read more...]
Minimize the Impact of Divorce on Your Kids
Children can move forward after divorce without serious repercussions, but it takes the dedication and support of both parents. Parents who are planning on divorce can take measures to reduce its overall impact on the children. Divorce lawyers can help build the right support into parenting plans. A parent can also take the time to understand the emotional responses kids commonly have to the parents' divorce. Understanding the Impact of Divorce on Children Divorce affects children in four … [Read more...]
How to Defeat a Narcissist in a Child Custody Battle
Narcissistic Personality Disorder affects many couples who pursue divorce, and this means it comes into play in child custody cases. This disorder is difficult to overcome, and the parents fighting for custody of their children against a narcissist will find the struggle to be quite intense. By better understanding the disorder and its potential effect on children, parents can do what they need to do in order to protect their kids. What Is Narcissism? Narcissist Personality Disorder is a … [Read more...]
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