Is divorce in your DNA? Dr. Shirah Vollmer reports on recent research which suggests it might be:
"Hasse Walum and colleagues at the Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, looked at a protein in the body which responds to vasopressin. The scientists looked at DNA of monozygotic twins that flanks the vasopressin receptor. The researchers compared the genes in that area to men's scores on the Partner Bonding Scale, which is designed to estimate the strength of a person's attachment to his or her spouse or partner. They found that men with one version of the gene-called the "334" version-had low scores and were less likely to be married. The wives of those who were married were less satisfied with their marriage than women whose husbands did not have that genetic variant. The report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences stated that those with two copies of the gene were twice as likely to report having had a marital crisis in the past year."
For the entire article, please see http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/learning-play/201001/2010-the-divorce-gene-explored.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Parenting Plans
Dr. Jean Mercer writes about the importance of being mindful of early child development when drafting parenting plans in a recent article for Psychology Today:
"It would seem that parenting plans for young children could involve all kinds of different schedules for contacts with the two parents-- and sometimes they do have very peculiar schedules agreed upon by parents or even ordered by courts. Unfortunately, some of these schedules ignore the facts of early development, the young child's poor concept of time, and the anxiety young children experience when separated from familiar persons and places. As a result, young children are caused unnecessary distress, and parents dealing with that distress may become anxious about their own parenting ability, in some cases even deciding to relinquish access to the child because they find their contacts so distressing."
To learn about mistakes to avoid when formulating a parenting plan, please visit the following site to read the entire article: http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/child-myths/201001/parenting-plans-considering-the-needs-young-children.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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"It would seem that parenting plans for young children could involve all kinds of different schedules for contacts with the two parents-- and sometimes they do have very peculiar schedules agreed upon by parents or even ordered by courts. Unfortunately, some of these schedules ignore the facts of early development, the young child's poor concept of time, and the anxiety young children experience when separated from familiar persons and places. As a result, young children are caused unnecessary distress, and parents dealing with that distress may become anxious about their own parenting ability, in some cases even deciding to relinquish access to the child because they find their contacts so distressing."
To learn about mistakes to avoid when formulating a parenting plan, please visit the following site to read the entire article: http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/child-myths/201001/parenting-plans-considering-the-needs-young-children.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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DIVORCE - DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT TAKING THAT! DIVIDING THE ASSETS
Dividing the marital assets is the hardest part of any divorce—keep emotions and spite out of this. If you want to get to survive this divorce with all of your fingers, toes and a fair share of the assets then heed my advice. The calmer you approach this, the better off all involved parties will be.
Children Come First
If you have children, it is important to think about them first. (Yes, Yes – the divorce is most likely all about you, but you still need to think as a parent.) If you are the non-custodial parent, you need to make sure that your “ex” has everything necessary to care for your children comfortably. I know it’s tempting to want to take everything, but you probably don’t want your children sleeping on the floor or drinking out of paper Dixie cups, right?
By Cassandra Fenyk
To see this article in its entirety, please click:
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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Children Come First
If you have children, it is important to think about them first. (Yes, Yes – the divorce is most likely all about you, but you still need to think as a parent.) If you are the non-custodial parent, you need to make sure that your “ex” has everything necessary to care for your children comfortably. I know it’s tempting to want to take everything, but you probably don’t want your children sleeping on the floor or drinking out of paper Dixie cups, right?
By Cassandra Fenyk
To see this article in its entirety, please click:
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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KEEPING YOUR FINANCIAL PLAN ON TRACK BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER A DIVORCE
Few events create as much emotional and financial stress as a divorce. On the emotional side of the equation, it’s natural to experience sadness, anger, worry, embarrassment, and even relief. On the financial side, you may wonder, how will a divorce impact my finances? Will I need to change my lifestyle? What steps do I need to take to update my financial plan? If you’re going through a divorce, it can be difficult to fully understand how your life may change after divorce. Having support for your emotional needs, as well as trusted advisors for your legal and financial needs, can make a big difference. Here are some practical tips for keeping your life - and your finances - on track before, during and after a divorce.
Step One: Build a Support Network
If you’re considering a divorce, it’s a good idea to build a support network, both for expressing your emotions and thinking through the legal and financial consequences that divorce may entail. “In my experience, when people don't get information and support through the divorce process, they tend to experience much greater fears and feelings of being overwhelmed,” says Susan Pease, director of the Transition Institute of Marin, which offers education, resources and coaching for women and men who may be considering or going through a divorce. “My advice would be to seek out some type of support, which could include one-on-one therapy or a group of people who are also going through divorce. By doing so, you will have a place to vent your fears and feelings, get reality checks and hear what others are experiencing.”
Written by Bruce Raabe, Managing Partner, Collins and Company
To see the remainder of this article in its entirety, click here:
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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Step One: Build a Support Network
If you’re considering a divorce, it’s a good idea to build a support network, both for expressing your emotions and thinking through the legal and financial consequences that divorce may entail. “In my experience, when people don't get information and support through the divorce process, they tend to experience much greater fears and feelings of being overwhelmed,” says Susan Pease, director of the Transition Institute of Marin, which offers education, resources and coaching for women and men who may be considering or going through a divorce. “My advice would be to seek out some type of support, which could include one-on-one therapy or a group of people who are also going through divorce. By doing so, you will have a place to vent your fears and feelings, get reality checks and hear what others are experiencing.”
Written by Bruce Raabe, Managing Partner, Collins and Company
To see the remainder of this article in its entirety, click here:
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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DIVORCE THROUGH THE EYES OF A CHILD
CHILDREN ARE DISILLUSIONED
For better or worse children look to adults to help make sense of the world they live in. Unfortunately, from the child's vantagepoint much of what they are taught defies understanding. It is clear to the youngest children that what adults say is appropriate behavior bears little resemblance to what adults actually do. Children are keen observers. They see famous men who lie and still hold high office, adults who cheat and yet avoid being caught, and adults who kill in the name of religion. They are all too aware of adults who create problems and neglect to solve them, and adults who abuse themselves, or others, but who are nevertheless heralded as heroes or superstars. In this hypocritical social environment it is not surprising that those children who not only experience questionable adult behavior at a distance, but also close-up in their own families, are the children who are most at risk for growing up feeling alienated, angry and distrustful of the adult world.
To view this article in its entirety please click
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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For better or worse children look to adults to help make sense of the world they live in. Unfortunately, from the child's vantagepoint much of what they are taught defies understanding. It is clear to the youngest children that what adults say is appropriate behavior bears little resemblance to what adults actually do. Children are keen observers. They see famous men who lie and still hold high office, adults who cheat and yet avoid being caught, and adults who kill in the name of religion. They are all too aware of adults who create problems and neglect to solve them, and adults who abuse themselves, or others, but who are nevertheless heralded as heroes or superstars. In this hypocritical social environment it is not surprising that those children who not only experience questionable adult behavior at a distance, but also close-up in their own families, are the children who are most at risk for growing up feeling alienated, angry and distrustful of the adult world.
To view this article in its entirety please click
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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California Divorce Basics for Couples Filing in the New Year
For some unhappy couples, New Year's resolutions may include getting a divorce. January tends to be a notorious month for increased divorce filings, both around the U.S. and abroad. Some reasons for this may be a good opportunity for a fresh start or a bad bout of holiday stress. Regardless of the timing, divorce is a common reality for many families. If you have recently filed for divorce in California, or are seriously considering it, be sure that you know the basics.
To view this article in its entirety, click here.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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To view this article in its entirety, click here.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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The State Of Our Unions: Marriage, Divorce, and Separation in the US
President Obama's State of the Union speech dominated headlines last week, but the state of our unions--marital, that is--was also in the news with the announcement of John and Elizabeth Edwards' separation. The Edwardses will join the ranks of the 2% of Americans who told Census takers in 2000 that they were separated.
The Census asked about marital status for the first time in 1880. From 1880 to 1940, Census demographers Rose Kreider and Tavia Simmons tell us, the categories on the decennial form were "single," "married," "widowed" and "divorced." In 1950"separated" was added. This year's form also asks about "unmarried partners."
To view this article in its entirety, click here.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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The Census asked about marital status for the first time in 1880. From 1880 to 1940, Census demographers Rose Kreider and Tavia Simmons tell us, the categories on the decennial form were "single," "married," "widowed" and "divorced." In 1950"separated" was added. This year's form also asks about "unmarried partners."
To view this article in its entirety, click here.
For more information, contact the Family Law Offices of Renee M. Marcelle at (415) 456-4444, or online at http://www.familylawmarin.com/
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