New legislation will overhaul family law, including the onus on ‘shared parental responsibility’ but more needs to be done to give children a voice.
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It’s a common phenomenon that couples near the end of the road will try to make it through Christmas and separate in the new year. If this is you, read this advice first.
Our new research suggests that while a break up, on average, reduces men’s disposable household income by 5%, on average women’s household income decreases by almost 30%.
Healthy relationships have a positive influence on men’s health and mental health. Prioritizing relationship skills for men is one way to approach the global crisis in male suicide.
A new book looks at the family court system, just as the Family Court of Australia merges with the Federal Circuit Court.
Being separated is shown to have a negative impact on wellbeing, and can interrupt bonding with the baby.
Communication, contact and an end to conflict all help children accommodate this major change.
Families in the 21st century have changed, making it necessary to rethink what has been “traditional” ways of sharing the custody of children.
Children can experience stress during their parents’ separation or divorce. Here’s how teachers can support them through this tough time.
A new study has examined the practices of good parents post-separation. Here’s the parents’ advice.
Here are some ways you can successfully co-parent after a divorce. You don’t have to be best friends, you just have to think of the kids.
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