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  Arguing With The Ex: Know When To Walk Away

  Arguing with the ex is a pretty common occurrence, given the fact that one main reason people get divorced is because they argue excessively. So, the interactions that were present in the marriage are usually similar in the divorce.

  Aug 5, 2026, Jackie Pilossoph

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  Divorce With Teens Or Young Adults: What They Need From You

  When parents decide to divorce, one of the most common assumptions I hear is, “At least the kids are older. They’ll be fine.” While teens and young adults may appear more independent than younger children, that doesn’t mean they are less affected by their parents’ divorce.

  Aug 4, 2026, Fabianna Laby

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  Post-Divorce Mediation: How It Works, Advantages and How to Avoid It If You Can

  Divorce mediation is a process that works extremely well if the couple getting divorced is willing to be open-minded, fair, and forthcoming. But things change. Life is always changing. Sometimes a couple ends up coming back to mediation months or even years after the divorce is final.

  Aug 2, 2026, Ellen Feldman

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  International Consensus on Co-Parenting

  Apr 5, 2023, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Restraining Order During and After Divorce

  There’s no denying that a divorce is a stressful event in itself, and when there’s domestic violence or threats of violence involved, the matter becomes even more straining.… Continue Reading » The post Restraining Order During and After Divorce appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Dec 16, 2022, Karlyn Henry, CFP, CDFA

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  How to Calculate a House Buyout in a Divorce

  This simple and effective calculator can help you calculate the buyout amount for your house in a divorce. House Buyout Divorce Calculator One of the biggest decisions that… Continue Reading » The post How to Calculate a House Buyout in a Divorce appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Aug 24, 2022, Ross Garcia, CDLP

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  Divorce Lawyer, How to Find the Right Attorney

  Finding the best divorce lawyer who is both experienced and affordable is the real challenge. Lots of your energy will be spent on hiring a divorce lawyer and… Continue Reading » The post Divorce Lawyer, How to Find the Right Attorney appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Aug 10, 2022, Karlyn Henry, CFP, CDFA

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  Coparenting in the Context of Family Violence II

  Jan 2, 2021, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Coparenting in the Context of Family Violence I

  Jan 2, 2021, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  I Did Everything Right. So Why Does Love Hurt This Much?

  You held it together. For years, maybe decades. You managed the house, the kids, the calendar, the emotional temperature of every room. You showed up, for your marriage, for your family, for everyone who needed you. You tried harder when things got hard. You gave more when more was asked.

  Aug 1, 2026, Mina Yang

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  Why “Why Didn’t She Leave?” Is the Wrong Question: A Divorce Attorney’s Perspective on Domestic Violence

  Domestic violence is one of the most heartbreaking and difficult realities I encounter as a divorce attorney. Recently, a tragic case in the Chicago area deeply affected me: a woman was murdered by her boyfriend after prior reports of domestic violence had already been made. She had called the police before.

  Jul 30, 2026, Liz Felt Wakeman

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  Money and Divorce: 4 Words You Should Never Say Again

  When it comes to money and divorce, I’ll say this: a divorce costs money. A lot of money. Not just for the divorce process itself, but now you’re talking two homes, two sets of bills for everything, two sets of everything for everything!

  Jul 29, 2026, Jackie Pilossoph

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  Should I Divorce My Husband? A Business-Minded Approach to One of Life’s Hardest Decisions

  Should I divorce my husband? It might be a question you’re asking yourself and maybe even others right now. Deciding whether to divorce is one of the most emotionally complex decisions a person can face. Yet complexity doesn’t mean you must navigate it without structure.

  Jul 27, 2026, Gaynor Meilke, MS, CBC, CTC

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  What to Expect in a Divorce Trial in Texas

  Many people think a divorce trial ends in big courtroom drama. But in reality, most cases get settled, often through mediation , before they ever reach trial. It’s more often about finding common ground than fighting it out in court.

  Jul 25, 2026, J. Turner Thornton

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  Gray Divorce: What It Is, Why It’s Different, and How to Move Through It Well

  Gray divorce is the term for one of the most significant shifts in how marriage is ending in America. It describes couples over 50, often married for decades, who are deciding that the second half of life deserves to look different than the first.

  Jul 24, 2026, Michèle Heffron

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  Falling in Love With Someone Else When You’re Married

  Is falling in love with someone else when you’re married possible? What I mean is, I’ve heard many people say that they fell in love with someone else while married, and actually, many people end up divorcing and marrying that person.

  Jul 23, 2026, Jackie Pilossoph

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  The 10 Biggest Mistakes Couples Make Before Hiring a Divorce Attorney

  Since most couples getting divorced have never gone through a divorce, they don’t understand the divorce process, which can seem very overwhelming. Divorce is often driven by emotion and relies often on what a couple “thinks” they need to do, based on what they hear from others.

  Jul 23, 2026, Michael Cohen

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  How To Prove Alcoholism in Custody Cases Before Someone Gets Hurt

  Call it ‘mother’s instinct,’ but we know when something’s amiss. Maybe it’s the smell during custody exchanges. Maybe it’s what your kids have started saying about the other household. Maybe it’s a pattern you’ve been tracking in your head, quietly, because you didn’t know what else to do with the information.

  Jul 21, 2026, Chris Beck

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  Prenuptial Agreement, What Is It and Should You Consider It

  It might be that you have some idea of what a prenuptial agreement is, but you aren’t sure what it entails or why you should even consider one.… Continue Reading » The post Prenuptial Agreement, What Is It and Should You Consider It appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Aug 2, 2022, Jason Crowley, CFA, CFP, CDFA

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  A Guide to Cryptocurrency and Divorce

  With the rise in popularity of cryptocurrency over the past few years, it is becoming a hot topic in many divorce cases. In this guide, I’m going… Continue Reading » The post A Guide to Cryptocurrency and Divorce appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Jul 21, 2021, Karlyn Henry, CFP, CDFA

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  How to Divorce Like Bill and Melinda Gates

  By the time Bill and Melinda Gates announced their divorce, they had already agreed to a separation agreement. High net worth couples often navigate their divorce without filing… Continue Reading » The post How to Divorce Like Bill and Melinda Gates appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  May 14, 2021, Heather Locus, CPA, CFP®, CDFA®

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  Counseling Children Through Divorce

  One of the most difficult parts of divorce is the impact it can have on your children. While adults have some control over the process, children have none.… Continue Reading » The post Counseling Children Through Divorce appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Mar 21, 2021, Nicole Smith

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  Cash for Gold USA Review

  Do you have gold or silver that’s just sitting in a closet or a drawer and collecting dust? Do you need a quick infusion of cash for an… Continue Reading » The post Cash for Gold USA Review appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Mar 9, 2021, Bret Colson

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  Discernment Counseling

  If you’re considering divorce, the Clash’s song “Should I Stay or Should I Go” may be a nagging tune that will be the soundtrack of your life for… Continue Reading » The post Discernment Counseling appeared first on Survive Divorce .

  Mar 9, 2021, Bret Colson

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  Can Divorce Cause PTSD?

  Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) results in several social, behavioral, and psychological symptoms. Work, relationships, or even coping with internalized problems are daily challenges. Stressful life events and conditions… Continue Reading » The post Can Divorce Cause PTSD? appeared first on Su…

  Mar 9, 2021, Bret Colson

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  Coparenting During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

  Nov 18, 2020, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  The Intersection of Shared Parenting and Family Violence

  Nov 3, 2019, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Shared Parenting, Social Justice and Children's Rights

  Apr 12, 2019, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Countering Arguments Against Shared Parenting in Family Law

  Oct 10, 2018, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Coparenting as a Women’s Rights Issue

  Feb 24, 2018, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Understanding Children’s Best Interests in Divorce

  Jun 26, 2017, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Grandparents Affected by Adult Child Divorce

  Mar 15, 2017, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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  Co-Parenting as Addiction Prevention

  Nov 22, 2016, Edward Kruk Ph.D.

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