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While every newlywed couple would like to believe that their marriage will beat the odds and last forever, nearly 50 percent of all married couples end up filing for divorce. After years of studying both successful and failed marriages, the American Psychological Association has identified several factors that may indicate a marriage is more likely to end in divorce. According…
The holidays can be stressful for everyone. The season is spent buying expensive presents, travelling in cold weather and spending time with family members. These stresses can further divide married couples who may have relationship problems throughout the whole year. But couples often stick together through the holidays even if their relationship has run its course. That phenomenon has lead…
A recent study, conducted by the Buffalo Research Institute on Addictions (RIA), has linked the differences in a spouse’s alcohol consumption habits to divorce. Kenneth Leonard, Ph.D., RIA director and lead author of the study stated,”Our results indicate that it is the difference between the couple’s drinking habits, rather than the drinking itself, that leads to marital dissatisfaction, separation and…
Deciding to file for divorce can be arduous and stressful. Occasionally that is because the filer is not aware of how the process works. First, when the decision is made to initiate a divorce, there are certain requirements that need to be met. For example, there are residency requirements in Texas. Either spouse must live in the state for at least…
Throughout life, people make mistakes. Occasionally, these mistakes are small and forgotten as soon as they are committed. Other mistakes have long lasting effects and are difficult to move past. Divorce can occasionally cause regrets but it is important to learn from mistakes and try not to make them again. According to data compiled by Dr. Terri Orbuch, most divorced…
The first holidays following a divorce can be a very difficult time for everyone. Families are forced to deal with visitation schedules, vacation, gift-giving and other issues that they have never had to deal with before. If this is your first holiday season following a divorce, there are several things you should consider doing to make your holidays flow more…
There are many factors that contribute to divorce, and more and more studies are being released as of late that point to non-traditional reasons for marital dissolution. One such study, as reported by the Huffington Post, examines martial satisfaction and employment status. “The examination found that when men are not employed, it heightens the possibility of either the man or…
Divorce is rarely described as easy. Despite the frequency of divorce, the impact of divorce is often significant. And it seems to be particularly difficult for men. An article in the Journal Of Men’s Health, a peer-reviewed publication that addresses the disparity in life expectancy between men and women, discusses how divorce affects men’s psychological, biological, social, and spiritual health.…
It’s not uncommon to hear things about social media causing damage to a marriage or a divorce, whether it is by causing infidelity or providing evidence that one party is not fit to have custody of a child. However, some people are beginning to see the benefits that come with using social media whilst going through a divorce. One simple…
Divorce is a whirlwind of emotions. These emotions can occasionally cause those involved to act emotionally rather than rationally. It is an important event in your life so avoiding mistakes is essential. Learn from others to avoid these common errors that people make when thinking about divorce. 1. Not reviewing your relationship When emotions run hot, it can be easy…