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Seeking Sole Custody When One Parent is an Alcoholic or Addict

October 6, 2017 by Elliot Green

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.

Divorce and Your Mental Health

September 15, 2017 by Elliot Green

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

September 14, 2017 by Elliot Green

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?

September 14, 2017 by Elliot Green

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.

Divorce and Your Money: What You Need to Know

September 5, 2017 by Elliot Green

BROOKLYN, New York. Separating from your partner is a highly personal decision. For many, it is the toughest they will ever have to make. However, divorce is not just a personal decision, but also a legal process that can affect everything from your child custody to your finances. If you are getting divorced, it is important to consider how it will impact your money. What can you do to protect your finances during this difficult time? While money may be the last thing on your mind, here are some things to think about as you move forward.

Help! My Ex is Spending all Our Money on His New Girlfriend

August 28, 2017 by Elliot Green

BROOKLYN, New York. Divorce is hard enough. It’s even harder if you learn that your partner is leaving you for another woman or man. Yet, if your marriage is ending due to a straying partner, you may want to consider the potential financial implications involved. For instance, if your ex is spending your shared money on gifts for his new fling, or going on expensive vacations with a new love interest before your divorce is finalized, he or she may have to pay for it.

Seeking Sole Custody When One Parent is an Alcoholic or Addict

Divorce and Your Mental Health

Infidelity and Divorce

Do Natural Disasters Increase Your Risk of Domestic Violence?

Divorce and Your Money: What You Need to Know

Help! My Ex is Spending all Our Money on His New Girlfriend

Can Brooklyn Couples Seek Annulment Instead of Divorce?

Why Is a Divorce Judgment Delayed in Kings County, NY?

Who Can View Brooklyn Divorce Case Records, and Why?

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