Some women find dating again after Virginia divorce fun and exciting, while others find it a bit stressful. While it probably feels invigorating to share good times with a partner again, you want to make sure you handle your relationship wisely, particularly as it relates to your children.When you’re dating again after divorce, “gradual” is...
Your Children
If substantial or material changes have occurred since your Virginia child custody agreement was completed, you or your spouse may attempt to seek a modification in your child custody arrangement. You’ll have to demonstrate to the courts that life circumstances have changed that affect your child’s well-being. You’ll also need to prove that the custodial...
Going through a divorce can cause such turmoil between spouses that parents often overlook the impact their conflict can have on their children. In addition to their basic physical needs, children have emotional and psychological needs that must be met in order to grow into happy, well-adjusted adults. Unfortunately, many of their needs go unmet...
Going through a Virginia divorce is difficult in itself, and when children are involved, it can exasperate and complicate matters. Although much research exists highlighting the detriments of divorce on children, there are also positive effects that it can have on children. This goes hand in hand with the unexpected positive effect divorce can have...
The decision of whether to divorce your spouse is always going to be an emotional one. Even if marital breakdown has occurred to the point where you don’t have any romantic feelings left for your husband, it can still be difficult.The 2 of you have built a life together and you both will face some...
January 3, 2011 – A recent study out of the University of Toronto indicates that children of divorce might have a higher risk of stroke. The study, referenced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services looked at a group of older Canadians who grew up in the 1940s and 50s. Participants whose parents...
When you’re parenting after a Virginia divorce, you may decide to facilitate your child’s emotional healing on your own, by providing him or her with a comforting routine, verbal reassurance, and opportunities to express feelings.It’s important, however, to keep the option of professional counseling open. There are things to consider when contemplating professional counseling for...