Parental alienation, the process through which one parent manipulates their child to distance the child from their other parent, is more common than people think. Some studies estimate that as many as 22 million adults are on the receiving end of parental alienation,...
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Considering post-divorce life
Whether you have decades of marriage under your belt or were recently married, your identity has changed to a spouse and one-half of a union. Moving from that to being single can feel like a significant life shift -- because that’s exactly what it is. A divorce is a...
Co-parenting teenagers following a “gray divorce”
The "gray divorce" trend is seeing a resurgence in the news lately, as statistics were recently released stating that the gray divorce rate is expected to increase threefold from its 1990 numbers by 2030. A gray divorce is one involving spouses ages 50 and up. While...
Understanding child custody relocation requirements
When parents are divorced and have a child custody agreement in place, they must follow it. However, there are circumstances when a parent may need to relocate and the agreement needs to be changed. Relocation requirements and court process It is very important for...
Are grandparents entitled to visitation with their grandchild?
Sometimes grandparents retain a good relationship with both of their grandchild’s parents when the parents divorce. In this case, the parents generally allow and even encourage the grandparents to visit the grandchild. However, sometimes one parent stands in the way...
Status quo in child custody
The aftermath of divorce impacts many affected by the dissolution. The effects on children are particularly traumatic. Suddenly, one household becomes two, and kids must adjust to the new normal. Easing the transition for them is of paramount importance. Parents have...
Moving away with your child
Americans in general cherish our freedom to pick up and move, to seek a fresh start somewhere new. This idea may seem particularly appealing after a divorce. However, if you have young children, and have a child custody order in place with your ex, you will find that...
Can my parenting plan address a holiday schedule?
The holiday season is a time when families spend time together to celebrate. Regardless of their religion and personal beliefs, the mere fact that children will be off from school and people will gather lends itself to increased interaction with family members. This...
Tips for adapting to life as a co-parent
While you and your ex still have your children’s best interests in mind, agreeing on coordinating their care as co-parents may come with challenges. Often, both parents need to find areas where they are willing to compromise so that they can have peace in their...
If I am a victim of domestic violence, what happens with custody?
Many Pittsburgh residents end their relationship and may choose to divorce if they are legally married because their romantic partner is violent and abusive. One of the biggest fears these parents might have is that a Pennsylvania court will award custody or broad...