Introduction -- Before a high-conflict divorce. Preparing yourself emotionally ; Getting your legal affairs in order ; Explaining divorce to children -- During divorce proceedings. The emotional impact ; Navigating the courts ; Parenting children through divorce -- After the divorce. Moving on ; Securing your future ; Children's needs after divorce -- Quick guide to common situations.
Summary:
Empowering strategies for women negotiating a difficult divorce...The only way to get over it is to get through it. "High-Conflict Divorce for Women" has practical strategies, helpful scripts, and realistic advice on how to navigate and cope with high-conflict divorce. From understanding the legalities of divorce, to developing a post-divorce budget, and more, this book offers a wide range of strategies to help you get through each stage of divorce. Discover tips for emotional and physical self-care, plus ways to mitigate stress. There's a light at the end of this winding tunnel. Traversing the courts : Find information for handling divorce court, from what to expect to how to present yourself. Knowing what to say : Get scripts for tough situations, including tactful answers to questions from family and colleagues. Caring for your kids: From explaining divorce to your children to making a co-parenting plan, learn how to maintain healthy parenting skills during this trying time. Doak shares practical strategies, helpful scripts, and realistic advice on how to navigate and cope with high-conflict divorce. From understanding the legalities of divorce, to developing a post-divorce budget, and more, she offers a wide range of strategies to help you get through each stage of divorce. From explaining divorce to your children to making a co-parenting plan, learn how to maintain healthy parenting skills during this trying time. -- adapted from back cover.
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