Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS) is the unhealthy coalition between anarcissistic parent and his or her children against the targeted, non-narcissistic, non-abusive parent. The innocent or targeted parent receives hostility and rejection from his or her children in...
Whether you're newly divorced or well-versed in co-parenting, you recognize the importance of sticking to your parenting plan agreement. As important as it is to follow the plan you and your co-parent agreed upon or that was ordered by the court, it is possible for...
Substance abuse and drug addiction are issues that affect many Massachusetts families. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 24 million Americans are currently suffering from some form of drug or alcohol addiction. This is an issue that...
Countries that ban corporal punishment boast lower rates of youth violence,according to a new study. The results, culled from an analysis of violent behavior in 88 countries, suggests that overall rates of physical fighting among young men and women are up to 69...
Divorcing in Massachusetts may not result in the outcome many would hope for. If you're divorcing, most likely you would rather not be around your ex any more than necessary; yet, because children are shared with an ex, the door must remain open for communication and...
Not every family fits the traditional mold of mom plus dad plus kids, all living together in one house in Massachusetts. Since the US State Department has strict requirements for minor passports, you may have wondered how you can show parental consent if you have an...
After a Massachusetts divorce, your relationship with your children may be strained. These strains are sometimes fed by the parent with residential custody, but can also stem from extended time apart or a shortage of time to spend with your children. In these...
Parental alienation is becoming a more frequent discussion in Massachusetts family courts. The concern is often raised when there is difficulty with a parent-child relationship or parent-child access. Parental alienation can be described as an extreme form of...
Under current Massachusetts law, a judge may issue an emergency custody order changing the living arrangements of a child or awarding one party temporary custody if there is sufficient reason to believe that the child is at risk of bodily injury or sexual abuse, or...
As parents in a blended family in Massachusetts the most important issue you will face is how your children will be disciplined. Child discipline in the blended family is something you should discuss and set rules about before marrying. In the beginning, the...