You’ve probably heard of children being removed from the home. However, even though it’s an occurrence we’ve all heard of, the process is something that remains a mystery to most people. When it comes to DCFS, there are a lot of misconceptions about how much power they have, what they…
Divorce is a traumatic experience for many people. That’s why it’s so important to take care of your mental health during the divorce process. All the time and emotional energy people put into the divorce process typically leaves them very little time for self-care. And this is especially true for…
Grandparents can be a huge help when it comes to raising a child. However, there are certainly cases where it may not be in the best interest of the child to have a relationship with their grandparents. In other cases, it may be in the best interest of the child…
Have you ever wondered what your rights are when it comes to your unborn children? Depending on the circumstances, your rights can be very straightforward, or an extremely complicated matter. A lot of this has to do with the fact that a court doesn’t have jurisdiction over a child until…
Going through a divorce is a traumatic and emotionally draining experience, especially when infidelity is involved. When the discovery of infidelity has you seeking a paternity test, you may be wondering what happens if it turns out that the child you’ve raised is not your biological child. Would a court…
These days, it seems like no matter where you fall on the political spectrum, there will always be someone who’s a little more extreme than you are. It’s not at all uncommon for some of these extremists to end up on the news after they’ve been arrested. With extremist ideology…
It isn’t uncommon for a person’s mental health to take a turn for the worse during the divorce process. For a lot of people, divorce represents a big change along with a lot of unknowns. However, if you or your spouse have struggled with mental illness prior to the divorce…
Many people find divorce to be an incredibly difficult time. Even those who are going through an amicable divorce may struggle to get used to a new normal. However, those who are going through a divorce where there’s a higher level of conflict may struggle through the divorce process even…
Do you have a long list of exes who have either narcissistic personality features or a full-blown personality disorder? After marrying another person suffering from narcissistic personality disorder, you may be wondering if there’s something wrong with you, or if there’s a reason you keep picking the wrong person. But…
It’s frequently said that divorce is one of the most traumatic experiences a person can go through. In fact, some studies suggest that the only thing worse than a divorce is the death of a child. Although it’s widely regarded as a very difficult process, many people feel as though…
How to Survive and Thrive When Your Marriage Ends