While every couple is unique, there are studies that have discussed common trends among divorcing couples; and though you and your spouse may not fit in the mold, they are interesting thoughts to consider. According to recent studies conducted by the journal of Family Relations, they have determined that college educations play a large role in our divorce rates today.…
Some people live by the ancient parenting principle that if you “spare the rod” you “spoil the child.” While this is a common debate among parents, a recent study has shown that those who were spanked as kids have a higher potential to suffer mental health problems as they age. The study alleges the physical punishment brings on these mental…
If you or your spouse is a part of the military, he or she is probably receiving a pension from the government. Many times this pension is divided when a married couple determines that it is time to divorce. This can be challenging when it comes to military payments. Oftentimes military divorces are more difficult to settle than those with…
80 percent of all divorces mention one fatal word: Facebook. It may seem unbelievable, but the truth is, Facebook is dividing marriages left and right. Spouses will poke around on their partner’s Facebook, only to find suspicious wall posts, curious photos, and promiscuous “friends.” Some spouses won’t even “friend” their husband or wife, in order to keep them out of…
It is a sad but true fact that domestic violence affects so many in America. Abusers come in all shapes, colors and genders. The primary purpose of domestic violence is not necessarily to inflict harm, but to exert control over another person; physical and verbal abuse is merely the tool by which abusers can do so. If someone is using…
If you are still paying off federal student loans and you have a low income job, there is good news. A new law has changed to help married couples have lower monthly payments for student debt. The Income Based Repayment Program helps out people with student loans who also have lower paying jobs. The old version of the law, which…