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How to Help Your Children Adjust During a Divorce

How to Help Your Children Adjust During a Divorce
By: Julia Rodgers Children who were born in a two-parent household, where both of their biological (or adoptive) parents were physically present, have formed an opinion about what they believe to be a solid family structure. This family model (that is now lodged in the mind of the child) is what they consider their support…
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Therapeutic Interventions for Children of Divorce

By: Julia Rodgers When parents decide to divorce, it can have a great effect on their own individual emotions, as well as those of their children. Often times, a child's feelings are not considered when parents decide to divorce. Even so, the reality of the situation, and the adjustment of all it entails often creates…
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What is a Parenting Plan and Do I Need One?

By: Christina Pashou, Esq. A parenting plan outlines the obligations and arrangements you have agreed upon with your former spouse regarding how you intend to raise your child(ren). Alone, a parenting plan is not considered a legal document. However, when incorporated into your Separation Agreement, the parenting plan becomes a court order, enforceable by the…
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3 Ways to Help Your Children Emotionally During a Divorce

By: Julia Rodgers Children are remarkably resilient, and are able to cope with a divorce  when they are provided with the tools to do so. Helping your kids foster those coping skills is easier than you may think, and simply takes some time, effort, and follow through. Here are a few ways you can help…
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