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Children and Divorce
This category covers questions concerning the emotional effects of divorce on children, as well as the best way for parents to make the divorce easier on the kids. It also covers different family problems children and parents face when dealing with the divorce of parents, and how to deal with them.
379 Questions
How do you mediate child matters with your ex wife?
If there are no orders in place by the court, I would suggest you start there - if the parents are not able to come to a decision - mediation will be ordered by the courts. Hopefully in the near future you will both be able to work together in regards to caring for your children.
What are some of the theories of effect of divorce on children?
The effects divorce can have on children will depend a lot on the ages of children.
Younger children ,including toddlers, will feel a sense of abandonment when one parent appears to be missing. Older children (late teens) may resent the parent who chose divorce and consider that parent selfish for making their own life a priority instead of the whole family. Children in between are too old to feel abandoned but too young to assign blame to either parent. Therefore, they tend to blame themselves.
If you are a minor you pretty much have to go with your parent if they move. You don't need permission from your child's father, although he might get angry and try to take you to court over it.
Should father of children send flowers to funeral if parents are divorced?
If the funeral is that of the children's other parent or a grandparent, it would be the right thing to do.
They can if they want. Parents do a lot of things they shouldn't do and this is one of them. Most likely will this person not listen to you but it is important you try or someone close to them because they are actually not hurting you, they are hurting their own children. Just remember that it doesn't matter in the long run what they say because kids grow up and see the real you and will realize that the parents is lying. That will make them think less of them and most likely will they not do the same if they end up in the same situation. So tell him/her that. Your kids knows you and make sure they know they can ask you anything so you can set things straight. Just say that "daddy is angry with mommy but mommy does not want to fight". Point out that people say many hurtful things, kids too, when angry/disappointed/hurt etc. Kids knows this. They themselves will say "I hate you" but doesn't actually mean it. So take the higher road and let the other parent dwell in their misery and focus on having a open relationship with your kids and explain their parents behavior and that you don't want to fight, just move on. They will probably say the same to their other parent soon. You will get the payoff in the future when they see him/her for what they are.
AnswerParental alienation is an unfortunate result of adults who cannot get over their high conflict divorce and move on. They use their children to hurt the other parent. It is committed by impoverished adults with immature, narcissistic personalities. These parents are toxic and can ruin a child's relationship with both parents. They try to manipulate the child by interfering with the child's loving relationship with the other parent. Sometimes they succeed. Sometimes they fail and ruin their own relationship with the child. It is done by both custodial and non-custodial parents.
This is a syndrome that is recognized by the family courts. A parent who sees signs their child is being manipulated towards alienation to any significant degree should discuss the matter with the attorney who represented them in the divorce or with an attorney who specializes in custody issues. If that's not possible then they should visit the family court of jurisdiction and ask to speak with an advocate. Parental alienation is extremely detrimental to the children and can have extremely negative long term results. Children should never be used as pawns.
If the problem is serious the court can and will sanction the offender by modifying the visitation agreement. See the related link for more information
Most likely if he is not making any effort to see them,, then I don't see why not! Check into that tho! You can, but you'll need a court order to do so and be able to prove a reason why he shouldn't see his children, such as he poses a threat to them. You may also want to consider if blocking him from seeing your children truly benefits them. Animosity is hard to avoid sometimes between divorced couples, but children should never be party to that.
Whose quote says parents should only worry about their children's health?
In the Analects of Confucius, you can find the quote:
A disciple asked the Master, 'What is the filial piety?'
The Master said 'Parents only worry about their children's health.'
Can a 10 year old boy sleep in the same bed with his father and his father's girlfriend?
No, that arrangement would be inappropriate on many levels. Child Protective Services would not find this acceptable at all if someone reported the situation.
Yes. However be prepared for some legal expenses and two or three years in court. Better for everybody to get together and come to an agreement to buy/sell each other out. * It depends upon the state probate succession laws and how the title to the real property in question is worded.
In a divorce, the other spouse has to be notified of the motion for divorce, and they also have to be notified of your intention to sue for custody fo the children. So, no, it's not possible to be granted a divorce or custody of the children without the other spouse being notifiied of the intent.
It's likely, but I don't think that you could legally demand custody. You could work out some arrangements with the custodial step father and the biological father concerning visits and vacations, but you will still need a court order that gives you custody.
Is a father responsible for the ex's daycare bill?
If the daycare is for the father's child, yes, at least half of the daycare depending on father's income versus ex's income. If the daycare is for the ex's child by another father, no.
What to do when your 17 year old refuses to come home because of the father?
I think that whatever the reason is you need to help fix. If he does not want to go home don't make him. That is all you can do until you know the problem.
Can one remarry the same person after a divorce where a conservator has been put over x spouse?
Yes you can, consult your lawyer. Laws differ from countries to countries.
Should divorced mom sleep with men at home?
What kind of example are you wanting to set? This is confusing and somewhat alarming for children when a strange man enters/sleeps at their private dwelling - children are subjected to so many things that damage their psyche and they virtually are given no choice when women let men sleep over. No way I would do it...my children mean too much to me.
What if he does not take the court ordered classes?
depends on weather you are convicted with probation or if its a class to comply with a plea deal, if you are convicted with probation, most likely jailtime. if its just a plea deal they would probably just charge you with whatever they were initially going to charge you with.
Is refusal to have children grounds for divorce?
Refusal to have children is not a legal ground for divorce, however it could be a moral one.
Is it weird that you want your parents to get a divorce?
Psychological studies show that children are adversely affected by their parents' divorce. In fact, the negative effect has been shown to be greater than being in a family where the parents stay together, even if the relationship is strained and their parents don't get along.
However, wanting your parents to get divorce doesn't make you weird, especially if your parents have a very dysfunctional, strained or unhealthy relationship. Given that 50% of marriages end in divorce, divorced parents are becoming more and more common. In the end, the decision is up to the parents, of course. But it may be a good idea to share your concerns or feelings with one of both of your parents. Most children do not want their parents to divorce. This desire probably reflects a difficult atmosphere at the child's home. If one of your parents is abusing the other (i.e. hitting them, intimidating them, being overly controlling, beating them, locking them up, or otherwise harming or mistreating them), you should contact social services or speak with an adult you can trust (like a teacher or family friend).
After a five-month breakup how do you talk to your ex without playing the blame game and should you?
why would you need to talk to your ex? If there is no children or property involved you should stay foucsed in not speaking and going on with your life. If by chance you run into that person be friendly but with the thought i am on a continued mission to do better for myself. ctr
Who gets custody of an unborn child?
The child's parents, if they are legally married.
Generally, if the parents are unmarried the mother has sole custody and control in most states until the father can establish his paternity. Remember, a child's mother can always be identified by medical records. Since the father didn't give birth and he was not legally married at the time of the birth he must establish his paternity by signing the birth certificate at the time of birth (waiving DNA testing rights) which must be done with mother's consent.
If he doesn't sign the birth certificate then he must seek another way to establish his paternity and that is done through a DNA test. A paternity test can be arranged through the court. Once paternity is established in court, the father can request visitations or custody through the court. If the mother retains physical custody she can request that the court issue a child support order. If the father gets physical custody he can request a child support order
Yes, the father in this case is the legal guardian. If the child is a older teen another relative can petition for custody and the court would hear the teen out and could follow his wish.
