Sometimes spouses reach a point where they know that the marriage is over and they must begin living separate lives. One spouse may even move out of the marital home and begin living in their own residence. However, divorces can take some time to resolve. It could be...
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3 manipulation tactics a narcissist uses during divorce
Divorcing a narcissist requires utmost preparation. Their qualities, which include grandiosity, lack of empathy, a chronic need for admiration and a chronic sense of entitlement, will be majorly expressed during the divorce. Such behaviors lead to manipulation, making...
What happens to marital debt after a divorce?
Most couples make long-term financial decisions that may involve taking on a considerable amount of debt. When they decide to go separate ways, dividing such debt between them is not as easy. Mortgages, car loans, medical debt and other jointly-owned financial...
Weaponizing mediation to delay a divorce
As opposed to divorce litigation, mediation is meant to be a more peaceful and cooperative process where two divorcing spouses work out their issues and negotiate various aspects of their dissolution. However, many spouses see it as a may control the process, if only...
Can your ex really take your inheritance?
You’re getting divorced and your ex wants to take the inheritance that your parents left you. After all, the two of you did get that inheritance just a few years ago, after you’d already gotten married. Both of you had big plans for it, and you can tell that they...
“Gray rocking” your narcissistic spouse during divorce
You’ve had enough of your spouse’s narcissistic behavior, and you want nothing more than for the divorce to be over. Your spouse, however, seems to delight in dragging out proceedings as long as possible. It’s also clear that they’re purposefully trying to upset you...
Reasons why parents may lose custody of their children
Child abuse and false claims There are some common reasons why parents lose custody of their children. The vast majority reflect on poor judgment, poor behavior and dubious choices made by a parent. Those reasons include: Child abuse or neglect: Physical and mental...
After divorce, who keeps that diamond ring?
An engagement ring and/or wedding ring can be a major investment. Some people save for months or years for a diamond. Some rings even cost tens of thousands of dollars. When a couple gets engaged, they may not worry about this cost because they’re just excited to be...
2 red flags you’ve married a narcissist
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a difficult psychological disorder that afflicts many people – many of whom may never realize its effect on their lives. Narcissists often have a tendency of acting in subtle ways, only truly revealing their colors once...
The connection between addiction and divorce
Addiction impacts our society in many ways. Besides the effect that drug and alcohol abuse has on public health, it also affects the addict's personal relationships, including their marriage. Anyone who has ever been married to someone struggling with substance abuse...