One of the more challenging aspects of divorce that doesn’t get talked about as much is post-divorce parenting. For separated parents in Illinois who are in a joint child custody arrangement, a main objective is to keep the children out of the crossfires as much as...

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Overcoming depression that often follows a divorce
It is no secret that getting over the dissolution of a marriage is not something that can be done overnight. Divorce can trigger a wide range of painful emotions and often takes a toll on a person’s mental health. Depression is common for those in Illinois who go...
There are some benefits to divorce
Parting ways with a long-term spouse is emotional no matter the circumstances surrounding the situation. Many people in Illinois who have gone through a divorce may even say that the event was devastating. However, the end of a marriage is not necessarily all...
Divorce mediation may be an option worth exploring
Although couples never marry with the intent of separating, sometimes things just don’t work out as planned. When spouses in Illinois decide to end their marriage, one of the first things they must do is decide exactly how they will get divorced. More and more spouses...
Ways parents can help their teen children through divorce
As tough as divorce is for parents, it can be even more difficult for children. For teenage children, however, their parent’s divorce can pose unique challenges. Adolescence is already a period of transition and turmoil, so when their family is torn apart, teens may...
Effective ways to cope with the stress of divorce
A marital breakup often brings about many twists, turns, highs and lows. Divorce can trigger a wide range of emotions in a person, especially if it catches the individual by surprise. Getting through a divorce will require a lot of energy and time, and it will likely...
Saving money when going through a divorce
A marital breakup is an event that is not only notorious for being emotional and stressful, but also often expensive. It is safe to say that any person in Illinois who is heading into a divorce should also anticipate a financial shake-up. Fortunately, there are some...
Getting prepared for a child custody hearing
It goes without saying that parents who divorce obviously have their differences. However, the common concerns divorced parents have often revolve around the children. Sometimes, both parents may want primary child custody or are unable to agree on a suitable or...
Making co-parenting less stressful during the holidays
For Illinois families, the holiday season is a time to be surrounded by loved ones. The holidays should be about joy and happiness. However, for recently divorced or separated parents, the holidays can bring much stress, worry and anxiety. Here are some ways those...
Will life ever be the same after a divorce?
Men are often thought of as tough and resilient. So, when men go through a significant life event like divorce, many people think men just do not need as much help as women to get through the experience. However, men commonly struggle with divorce, and often more so...