When many Michigan parents divorce, the main concern should be the children. However, many couples focus on seeking revenge on the other spouse. They may have felt wronged in the relationship and now want to do what they can to make life as bitter as possible for the other party. Unfortunately, nearly one-third of divorces involve parental conflict of such…
For Michigan couples, divorce can be one of the most emotional events in their lives. The stress increases exponentially when children are involved. This causes both men and women to do things that might seem like good ideas at the time, but end up being foolish mistakes that can cost them – financially and emotionally. Here are some common mistakes…
Michigan couples who have been through divorce will likely tell you that the situation was not easy. There are many aspects involved in a divorce, especially if children are involved. Although there are no guarantees that a divorce won’t be messy, there are ways to prepare yourself emotionally and financially so that you can strive for the best outcome possible.…
Getting a divorce can be emotionally and financially difficult for Michigan residents. Divorce can be twice as hard for Jewish couples. Why? Because in Jewish culture, a woman must be granted a religious divorce before she can be legally divorced. This is called a “get,” and it can be frustrating for women who want to move on with their lives.…
Parents in the Detroit, Michigan, area who have dealt with divorce are likely quite aware of the impact that the procedures can have on children. Even adult children can be affected by parents’ divorce, and a new study shows that the impact on children is the top regret individuals have related to their divorce. In a study of 867 individuals,…
Recent research published by the University of Buffalo suggests that the use of alcohol only has significant effects on the health of a marriage when spouses consume differing amounts. This marked the latest in a number of studies concerning the connection between drinking habits and divorce. The study tracked 634 married couples’ alcohol use, discovering that relationships in which both…
Why do you think most Michigan couples call it quits? Are most divorces caused by infidelity? Money woes? Arguments over parenting style? Actually, experts say that the most common reason for divorce in the state is poor communication. Whether that communication relates to finances or how to raise the children, it can quickly contribute to the dissolution of a marriage.…
A recent study titled “The Influence of Divorce on Men’s Health” has revealed that men who undergo divorce may be at substantially increased risk for stroke, disease and death. The research, published in the Journal of Men’s Health, claims that single men are more likely to suffer from cancer, hypertension, heart disease and even simple colds compared to their married…
According to data from the Michigan Department of Community Health, Michigan saw over 34,000 divorces in 2005, with a total divorce rate of 6.8 percent. A sizable portion of these divorces doubtlessly represented couples who had been married for relatively short periods of time, reflecting commonly held notions that younger marriages are weaker, and thus, more prone to dissolution. However,…
A 50-year-old Michigan man who allegedly fled with his three children has been detained after police officers discovered them at the end of a 12-hour search. The man currently faces domestic violence charges for forcing his wife out of their car and allegedly abducting the couple’s children. The man reportedly hid in northern Michigan near the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Police…