There are many reasons that marriages lead to divorce. Most people know about the dangers of infidelity or financial misfeasance, but nagging is one marriage killer that is much more subtle and dangerous. Nagging is a form of toxic communication in which one spouse...
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Can divorce lead to early death? Study says yes
A new study suggests that people who go through a divorce have an increased chance of dying early, in part because of some of the habits many people pick up after their marriages end. The study is actually a University of Arizona analysis compiled from more than 30...
Crime novelist accused of hiring hit man to kill husband
It's a story you would expect to find in a crime novel: A woman finds that her husband has been cheating. Rather than simply asking for a divorce, she hires a hit man to get back at him. That's what police are alleging happened between a couple in Texas, which is...
Divorce follows assault allegations against singer Rodney Atkins
Despite outward appearances, the marriages of celebrities can dissolve just as quickly as anyone else's. Country music star Rodney Atkins, who by some accounts seemed to have one of the most solid marriages in show business, has announced that he and his wife plan to...
Divorcing your husband? Put these items on your to-do list
It may come as no surprise that a lot of women wait until after the end-of-year holidays to file for divorce. It would seem much easier: You're pressed for time and money, you don't want to upset the kids, and you'd rather avoid all the probing questions relatives are...
When divorce gets dangerous, take steps for protection
Too often we hear stories about a divorce that erupts into physical violence. The violence may have been a problem in the marriage and the cause of the breakup. In other cases, it seems to come out of nowhere, but is the result of escalating emotions prevelant in...
Is the economy preventing you from getting divorced?
Heard any reports on the economy lately? By now, many of us have grown tired of financial experts and analysts talking ad nauseum about the recession. Some say it's getting worse, explaining that we're headed for a depression, or that it's a "double-dip." Others say...
How to keep stress levels down this Thanksgiving weekend
The holiday season is upon us: Thanksgiving Day is just around the corner. The holiday season is often associated with get-togethers with families and friends. But sometimes spending all this time with family can be stressful, especially if you have gone through a...
Are judges now asking for Facebook passwords during a divorce?
In several previous posts, we've discussed how social media and online networking sites have begun to make appearances throughout the divorce process. For example, posts or updates on a spouse's Facebook wall or Twitter may be used to bolster an argument that this...
Bitter divorce and custody dispute may have fueled shooting spree
The couple was divorced more than 4 years ago. The divorce launched them into years of fighting over the custody of the son they had together from the marriage. Any divorce can create tension and strife between two people who were formerly married. Many of the...
