BROOKLYN, New York. Divorce can be one of the toughest things a family can go through together. The divorce process can be complex. You and your ex might have to make decisions about splitting bank accounts, debts, and make choices about how assets will be split. One of the most difficult decisions that arises during divorce is child custody. Developing a sound parenting plan with your ex is essential. The choices you make as you finalize your divorce and parenting plan can impact your family for years to come. Even though decisions must be made on behalf of your children during your divorce, there are still ways that you can keep your children out of the middle of your divorce.
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Seeking Sole Custody When One Parent is an Alcoholic or Addict
BROOKLYN, New York. During a child custody battle, the courts will generally rule in favor of the best interests of the child. In most instances, the courts will promote a child custody arrangement that will allow the child to have a relationship with both parents. However, if one parent suffers from alcoholism or drug addiction, this can have an impact on child custody decisions. If a child’s safety is in question, the courts may rule to restrict the kind of contact a parent can have with his or her child. The World Health Organization notes that alcohol use can increase the risk of intimate partner violence, domestic violence, and abuse. Because of this reason, courts take allegations of drug use, violence, or alcohol abuse very seriously when making child custody determinations.
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How Financial Strain Can Lead to Divorce
BROOKLYN, New York. According to CNBC, one of the leading causes of strife and stress in a relationship are financial difficulties. This doesn’t necessarily mean that struggling to pay the bills means the end of your marriage. Many divorces stemming from financial stress can be traced back to differing views about how to spend and save money. In fact, according to one survey, as many as one in five people may hide financial transactions or spending habits from a spouse.
Divorce and Your Mental Health
BROOKLYN, New York. Divorce can have a major impact on your whole family’s mental health. Adults and children alike may suffer from additional stress and emotional distress. According to the Cleveland Clinic, some signs of emotional distress include: lack of energy, difficulty making decisions, changes in sleep, feeling more emotional, and increased use of drugs or alcohol to manage stress. If you are going through a divorce, it is important to find ways to manage stress and conflict. However, many people feel overwhelmed. What can you do?
Infidelity and Divorce
BROOKLYN, New York. According to a psychologist writing for the Atlantic, infidelity, for the betrayed carries with it all the symptoms of trauma. Those who have been betrayed might experience some of the markers of trauma, including hypervigilance, numbness, anger, panic, and obsessive thinking about the trauma. While the pain of betrayal is real and strong, psychologists believe it also has a great deal to teach us about our cultural ideas about marriage. In the past, marriage was an economic bond. Less attention was given to the emotional side of the union. Today, we want full partners.
Do Natural Disasters Increase Your Risk of Domestic Violence?
BROOKLYN, New York. The country has watched with concern as Hurricane Harvey has battered Houston and as Hurricane Irma threatens Florida. After a natural disaster, first on many people’s minds is home repair and rebuilding. Yet, the silent victims of natural disasters may not always get headlines. Research has shown that natural disasters can increase a person’s risk of becoming a victim of domestic violence. In fact, after Hurricane Andrew in Miami, Bustle reports that the University of Miami Disaster and Community Crisis Center saw a 50 percent increase in calls to their hotlines.
Why would natural disasters increase domestic violence? These kinds of disasters can lead to increased stress, putting more strain on already strained family dynamics. After all, if you already have problems being alone with a partner, imagine how much more difficult it can be if neither of you can leave the house due to flooding, torrential rains, or debris. Furthermore, these families may suddenly have to struggle with additional challenges, like the loss of a home, the loss of a job, or temporary displacement due to the storm damage. Domestic violence usually results when a troubled individual feels a loss of control. Natural disasters can exacerbate this perceived loss of control, increasing the risk of violence.
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