Leaving an Abusive Wife Our society frequently downplays the abuse men go through. From sexual violence to physical abuse, our society believes that men just simply cannot be victims of inappropriate behavior by a woman. The aforementioned has tragic consequences: due to these attitudes, many men stay in abusive relationships,…
Five Ways to Prevent an Affair There are many reasons people begin affairs. Some people are unsatisfied with their marriage and choose to have an affair instead of ending the marriage. Other people pathologically believe the grass is greener on the other side. Many times, affairs begin for a complicated…
If reproductive coercion is a concern in your relationship, it’s important to understand your rights, especially if reproductive coercion has resulted in the birth of a child What Is Reproductive Coercion? Reproductive coercion occurs when a person deliberately sabotages contraceptive methods in order to become pregnant, or get their partner…
With the increasing popularity of social media platforms, more and more people are comparing themselves, their lives, and their spouses to what they’re seeing on social media. Unfortunately, real life rarely looks as airbrushed and polished as social media. Not only has social media allowed people to compare, they’ve also…
It might result in some good evidence, but there’s a good chance it isn’t legal. Social Media Platforms Pretty much anything can be used as evidence in your divorce case. So if your ex is posting unflattering things about you on Facebook, that may be used against them in divorce…
Gaslighting is a type of psychological manipulation where one party attempts to make the other party question reality or their perception of things. The classic example of gaslighting involves the party who is gaslighting claiming that certain events never happened when they really did. However, that’s just one type of…
We hear a lot about children experiencing horrendous physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. However, we rarely hear horror stories about children experiencing emotional abuse. Yet, emotional abuse is real, and it can cause trauma that can take years of therapy to heal. Knowing just how dangerous emotional abuse can…
You’ve definitely seen it in movies: the screaming and shouting, the name-calling, the vengeance, using children as pawns, and many other examples of dramatic and outrageous behavior. It’s the high-conflict divorce and, if you’re getting started on the divorce process, you’re probably wondering how you can prevent having a high-conflict…
Maybe you’re wondering whether or not it’s time to end your marriage. Although you’re the only person who can make that decision, it’s important to take as much time as you need to really consider whether or not divorce is for you. In today’s world, it’s not uncommon for people…
It’s not unheard of for divorcing couples to threaten each other with DCFS involvement. This is especially true in high conflict divorces. Though the idea of DCFS showing up on your doorstep may be unsettling, it’s important to understand their process and understand your rights. Although your spouse may attempt…
How to Survive and Thrive When Your Marriage Ends