Coping with separation and divorce /edited by Justin Healey.
- Thirroul, N.S.W. : The Spinney Press, (c)2017.
- 1 online resource (65 pages) : colour illustrations.
- Issues in society ; Volume 411 .
Includes bibliographies and index.
Chapter 1 -- Dealing with divorce and separation ; Thinking separation?; Causes of relationship problems; Relationship problems; How do I apply for a divorce?; Divorce statistics in Australia; Responses to separation and divorce; Divorce: dividing property and finances; DIY divorce negotiation tips; Australian divorced couples hit less hard financially than overseas counterparts; Chapter 2 -- Caring for children after separation ; Marriage, families and separation; Separated parents and the family law system: what does the evidence say?; Children and separation The impacts of divorce on teenagersHelping teenagers adjust after separation or divorce; Parenting arrangements after separation; Single parenting; Sharing the care of children after separation: thinking beyond 'custody and access' or 'residence and contact'; Exploring issues -- worksheets and activities; Fast facts; Glossary; Web links; Index
Annotation. Intimate relationships change over the years. It is easy to think that ending a partnership will solve all your problems, however separation and divorce can bring up a number of challenges and is never easy, especially if there are children and teenagers involved. Is it possible to do separation with cooperation? What happens for kids when their parents separate? This book explores the common causes of relationship breakdown, and explains the practical and legal processes of divorce including going to court and dividing property and finances. It also offers advice on successfully establishing and maintaining positive parenting arrangements after separation.
9781925339239
Separation (Law)--Australia. Divorce--Law and legislation--Australia. Divorced people--Family relationships. Children of divorced parents.