Divorcing a narcissist can be a complex and emotionally challenging process because they may use manipulative tactics, blame-shifting and other strategies to maintain control and create conflict. This can make it seemingly impossible to work through all aspects of the...
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Is divorce more likely if you face financial stress?
Divorce happens for many different reasons, and there are also a variety of factors that can increase or decrease your odds. For example, divorce is more likely for those who get married at a young age and less likely for those who wait until age 32. At the same time,...
4 reasons it’s time for a divorce
Divorce happens frequently in the modern world. Every marriage has its unique bumps in the road. When too many problems start to appear, then people start looking for a change. You may notice the following signs that there are problems in your marriage and discuss...
Why are “New Year’s divorces” so common?
You thought everything in your marriage was going well. You spent the last several weeks spending time with your family, seeing old relatives and with your spouse’s relatives. You thought you’d go into the new year refreshed and ready to challenge anything, but are...
3 tips to help your children through divorce
Children who learn their parents are going through a divorce may have difficulty adjusting to living in two homes. It’s up to the parents to ensure the kids have what they need during this transition. You can help your kids make the adjustment to the changes in your...
How a beloved pet could complicate an Alabama divorce
Adding a pet to your family is a major responsibility. It means assuming all of the financial costs for their nutritional needs and any healthcare support they require. You have to clean up after the animal, keep them engaged and entertained and even consider them...
Co-parenting your new college student
If your child is going off to college this year, your custody agreement and parenting plan are likely ending. However, you now need to deal with the challenges of co-parenting a college student. Now it’s your child who will largely decide how they’ll divide their...
3 ways to prepare your child for your divorce
As a parent, you realize your child will eventually have to know that you are getting a divorce. You may have to tell your child why you and your spouse are divorcing, how things will change after divorce and why it’s better for the family that you and your spouse are...
Tips to avoid social media-related issues during your divorce
There are countless studies that have shown the negative impact social media has on marriages. In fact, many divorces can be traced back to social media posts or friends. However, it’s not just your marriage that can be impacted by social media. If you are filing for...
Can spousal support be modified in Alabama?
Depending on the circumstances of the divorce, one of the judgments the court may make is spousal support payments. If the court directs that either party pay spousal support after the divorce, you might justifiably wonder if that amount is cast in stone. Of course,...