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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
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.
No! And don't tell them if they are young. They do not need to know at this age. You should never talk bad about their mother even if it is true. They need to know one thing at this age, that both of their parents love them. Appropriate age would be 14+ if they ask.
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All you need to tell very young children is that you and mommy won't be living together anymore, but that you both still love them very much. Then as they get older, they will naturally have questions. When that time comes, and it may be before they are teens, it is ok for you to tell them that you and their mother didn't agree on the same lifestyle. It won't be a lie, yet it won't be telling them things they may not be able to handle just yet.
In the meantime, if your ex has visitation with the kids, they may ask her why you and she divorced. So you need to decide what you think is the best answer for her to give them, and then talk to her about it. Let her know the only thing that matters in all of this is what is best for the kids. Assure her you have no intention of telling the kids all of the sordid details of what she did, but that you expect her to tell them an age appropriate truth if and when they do ask her. Even something like "I made some mistakes and I've paid dearly for them by not getting to be with you" should be enough to satisfy a young child's question about it.
But when they are old enough for the truth, they have a right to know why their mom is not the mom to them they deserve. It's hard for kids to grow up without a mother, and even harder when they don't understand why. So they do need to be told something, but worded in a way that won't tarnish their love for their mother, or make them doubt her love for them.
It's completely understandable if you feel a lot of anger and resentment towards your ex for her illegal activities, but don't let the kids know how you feel right now. As they get older, they will possibly have anger and restentment towards her, too. But it will help them the most if you can just be there for them then, and help them to understand everyone makes mistakes. And if she has changed for the better, you can even help them to have a relationship with her, for their sakes. But if she has not changed, and is still involved in that type of activity, then the kids need to be protected from her lifestyle and the influence it can have on them.
I think when the time comes, you will know what to tell them, and hopefully, she will too. But while they are still really young all they need to know is that both of their parents love them very much.
Will you get full custody if your spouse commits adultry in the state of Pennsylvania?
Adultery is not usually considered in determining who gets custody of the children because being faithful or unfaithful doesn't typically affect the quality or ability of one's parenting.
Guess should not have divorced. Married again anyways. Your common law
What questions do you ask your new step mother?
Are you deeply in love with my dad? If she says yes, say you made a good choice if you like her. If you don't like her then try to find something in common with her.
How many children are affected by divorce each year?
My Guess, about 34 Million American families ( and you know there are 250 Million adults in this country, estimated0 so you figure it out. Half of all families end up in divorce. so that"s batting .500.
Does Divorce make children insecure?
Divorce can contribute to feelings of insecurity in children, as it often disrupts their sense of stability and routine. Children may struggle with feelings of loss, confusion, or anxiety about their family dynamics. However, the impact of divorce on a child's emotional well-being can vary significantly based on factors such as the quality of parental communication, the level of conflict between parents, and the support systems available to the child. With proper support and healthy coping strategies, many children can adjust and thrive post-divorce.
Divorce does not end the relationship between parents it just the rules of the relationship?
Divorce redefines the dynamics of a relationship between parents, shifting from a marital partnership to co-parenting. While the romantic bond may dissolve, the responsibilities and connections related to raising children persist. Effective communication and mutual respect become essential to navigate this new structure, ensuring the well-being of the children remains the primary focus. Ultimately, divorce changes the nature of the relationship, but it does not eliminate the need for collaboration and cooperation.
Your children come first and one of their parents has to be responsible. If you have parents, relatives or friends you can stay with please do. It is obvious your spouse has chosen the drugs over you and the children. By staying you will be nothing more than an enabler of his addiction. Leave, then see what he does. If he is serious do not go back until you are sure he is on a good program for drug abuse and even at that just be there for support and leave the children out of it. I think you already knew the answer to this one.
Regardless of what causes the breakdown of a marriage, both parents have equal rights to their children.
One parent having an affair doesn't necessarily put their children in danger, nor does it make them a bad parent. Making a bad choice that negatively affects the marriage doesn't change the fact that you are both responsible for your children and have rights to them.
It appears by the divorce rate in the U.S. and Canada that divorce seems to be the fad. As they say 'marriage is not for sissies' but being more seriously minded in this 21st century it appears some individuals would rather run than try to save the marriage because it seems to be an easier solution to the problem. When individuals do this they also run away from other things in their lives that they are too immature to face.
Marriage takes work and some individuals simply don't have the staying power and find it easier to divorce than try to resolve problems in the marriage. It should be made more difficult to get a marriage certificate and couple should have to go through a program to learn what marriage really is about which would include budgeting to save for a home; when they want children and most importantly learn to communicate with each other.
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There are many reasons couples divorce. Often, a couple doesn't realize just what marriage is all about before they get married. Many think they will always feel they same as they do while still in the newness of the relationship, so they are bitterly disappointed when they see 'warts and all' with their spouse. They think the other person changed when, in actuality, no one changed - they just became comfortable enough to be themselves, warts and all.
Sometimes it doesn't hit a person until they've been married a while that their days of variety are over, and they are now married and are expected to be faithful.
As for the couples who don't really love each other and get married only because the woman got pregnant, those are often doomed from the start, unless they are willing to make a concerted effort in making the marriage work.
Money is often the problem with many couples. They don't discuss it and plan a budget before marrying, so the one who prefers to save money will get angry at the one who likes to spend, and vice versa.
So in short, no, divorce isn't the new chic, it's just that there are so many couples who don't take the time to really get to know each other. They don't discuss and plan the important things, such as money; whether or not to have children, and how many; they forget the part of the marriage vows where they promise to be faithful; they lack good communication, and a long list of other reasons.
What are potential advantages and disadvantages for children whose parents divorce?
Well I am a child of divorce and i find that it has helped me become adaptable as well as giving me a true take on the world. Instead of believing that everything is supposed to be perfect I relise life is not that simple. Divorce has also given me a chance to expirience many things. I also find that it has better helped me bond with mother and father. Having two homes also let's me take a break from the other. It's not all that good though. I have travel slot and have to deal with problems in both house holds. I also feel like I am torn between both parents. The worst thing though is that since I am a boy and live my mom most of the time i never really gained any intrest in team sports. Then again though that has helped me become more independent since instead I have learned not to rely on others. Overal I think it was a good thing since I am happy and don't wish things were any different. Hope this helped.
As much as this will not be popular, both parents have equal rights to their children unless deemed otherwise by a court regardless of the type of person they are, or the lifestyle they keep. Unless a Judge agrees to this, and you present a valid argument showing there is cause to cut off access to the child, the father will still get visitation rights.
No. You have a choice to accept the bribe or not. Bullying is something against your will.
Do step children have rights to probate step fathers will?
Does stepchildren have right to there stepfather will
Is Mother unfit if she smokes around child?
While there are health reasons to not smoke around children, this doesn't necessarily make an unfit parent.
Unfortunately many couples look for things to use against each other in custody battles that they would not have nitpicked about prior to the breakdown of the relationship. While you can amicably discuss your concerns, it's not an item that you can use in hopes to increase your chances are custody.
What do children use as a last-ditch attempt to keep their parents from divorcing?
Sympathy.
But they shouldn't.
First get a lawyer who specializes in your type of situation. Get in touch with the state department, they oversee diplomatic relations with other countries. See what they have to say about international custody disputes. Also find out what kind of divorce laws India are like.
Make sure you have informed the court of your husbands threat. Also inform the state department about your husbands threats. Some international custody cases like yours can turn into nightmares and last for years. Under no circumstances send the children to India ever or ever leave them with him unsupervised, if he comes to visit here.
If all else fails and you are at your wits end, go underground and stay there. Find a new place to live, take a different first and last name. Get fake ID's if you must. their are people out their who might help you go underground. I have no idea about to contact these people. I know this is short I could write alot more but I think this says it very well. I will close by saying best of luck for you and your kids.
What is good and bad about having divorced parents?
The good thing about having divorced parents is that your parents aren't unhappy because they were fighting or the relationship didn't work.
The bad thing is that your parents aren't the happy family that you probably want.
