As an increasing number of Arizona couples have gotten divorced, the definition of "family" has also expanded. Many families are now headed by one stepparent, and they may have a blend of extended biological and step-relatives.As divorces have become more common, the...
Year: 2017
Dealing with a narcissistic coparent
Some parents in Arizona may have to deal with coparenting with a narcissist after a divorce. One woman received an email from her narcissistic husband saying that the children were afraid of her and did not want to go to her house. The woman initially ignored it...
Social Security may still pay spousal benefits after divorce
Individuals in Arizona may be entitled to receive spousal benefits from the Social Security Administration even after they have divorced. The SSA will, in many cases, continue to acknowledge the relationship with a former spouse and continue to pay benefits based on...
Building a team to get through a divorce
For many Arizona residents, ending a marriage is an emotionally difficult process. However, the financial implications can also make it harder to get ahead once the divorce is finalized, especially if the process is drawn out. Regardless, getting the finances in order...
Special issues involved with “grey divorces”
When older couples in Arizona decide to get divorced, they may be forced to contend with special issues that younger spouses won't have to face. Because of the financial impacts of a separation, it is important for people who are near retirement to carefully consider...
Business ownership can add complexity to divorce
Women frequently face challenges during a divorce; for women in Arizona who own a business, there may be particular concerns concerning the future of their enterprises. Entrepreneurs heading for divorce should fully understand the value of their companies, whether it...
Pros and cons of staying together for the children
Some Arizona parents who are considering divorce might wonder whether they should stay together for the sake of their children. There are a number of factors to take into account in making this decision. Postponing divorce may be the right idea if there are compelling...
Predicting divorce
There is no way to determine with complete accuracy which Arizona couples will get divorced. However, social scientists have determined that there are certain factors that can determine who may be more likely. The age at which a couple gets married is a factor that...
Sometimes divorce is the best option
When Arizona residents get married, they usually do so with the intention of spending a lifetime with their partners. However, for some couples, the periods of strife within the marriage might seem overwhelming, and the option to divorce might be something they begin...
Relationships that begin online could be more stable
People in Arizona who met online might have more stable relationships than those who met offline. One study used a model to predict that marriages that were the result of using online dating sites would last longer than those in which couples met in other ways.This...