Money problems are the second leading cause of divorce in couples surveyed by Ramsey Solutions in 2018. Usually, money problems are the result of poor communication and differing values, but sometimes they come with bigger underlying issues. Compuls...
Read MoreWhen Co-parents Disagree: Co-Parenting Problems and Modification of a Court Order
“What happens when coparents disagree? The most disagreeable parent wins…” said one fed up and not-so-disagreeable dad named Peter. There’s a lot for divorced parents to disagree about during this time of COVID-19: In-school or home...
Read MoreDivorce & Child Custody with a Special Needs Child
Child custody decisions are rarely easy but getting a divorce with a special needs child in the picture exponentially increases the number of decisions you have to make. Where do you begin planning for child custody of a special needs chil...
Read MoreBill & Melinda Gates: Divorce After 50
The divorce rate in the U.S. is down for every age group except those over 50. And now one of the most well-known power couples in the world, Bill and Melinda Gates, are joining the ranks of those who chose to divorce later in life. It...
Read More4 Mistakes to Avoid When Divorcing a Spouse With a Personality Disorder
The divorce process can be challenging. Yet, that statement doesn’t necessarily describe what it’s like to go through a divorce when your spouse has a personality disorder. It can feel overwhelming and downright impossible at times. ...
Read MoreHow Does a Personality Disorder Affect Child Custody?
If your spouse suffers from a personality disorder, you may struggle with their mood swings, threats and manipulation. If you have children, you may worry about their wellbeing, especially after you separate from or divorce your spouse. Wil...
Read MoreHistrionic Personality Disorder & Your Divorce
Narcissism, borderline personality disorders and sociopathic personality disorders are only a few of the disorders that can affect your divorce. For instance, a histrionic personality disorder can result in a divorce becoming an overly dra...
Read MoreIs It Possible to Divorce a Sociopath?
Right now, you may feel overwhelmed with the idea of divorcing your spouse. They may be exhibiting no remorse for the emotional, mental or even physical pain they cause you. They may be trying to manipulate you to stay. If this sounds like your situ...
Read MoreDivorcing a Spouse With Paranoid Personality Disorder
Hostility & Defensiveness: Divorcing a Spouse With Paranoid Personality Disorder Accusations. Hostility. Defensiveness. Paranoia. These are all attributes of an individual with paranoid personality disorder. Often, these individuals...
Read MoreSurviving a Divorce From a Spouse Who Has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Divorce is never easy, even when the couple agrees to an amicable split. The challenges become even greater when one spouse suffers from borderline personality disorder (BPD). The emotional instability, mood swings, and behavioral patterns associate...
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