Addiction involves the compulsive indulgence in certain behaviors despite the fact that they can cause harm to the person doing them or to their broader social network, including their immediate family members. People develop both psychological and physical addictions. Gambling and pornography can lead to psychological addictions. Alcohol and pain medication can lead to physical addiction. Any form of chemical dependence or addictive behavior can adversely affect a marriage. There are steps you can take to protect yourself when you…

You may be in your 60s, 70s or 80s, but does that mean that you’re too old to get a divorce? Not necessarily. In fact, many people do choose to divorce at this age for various reasons. Whether you’re a healthy 80-year-old woman who wants to keep doing the things you love while your ex-spouse takes another path or you’re in your 60s and looking to start fresh, divorce is a possibility. While you may have someone tell you that…

Getting divorced is never an easy process in Colorado. This is particularly true for individuals who have young children, and it is especially the case during the holidays. Fortunately, a couple of tips may help parents who have gone through divorce to make the co-parenting process work for them this holiday season. First, it may be helpful for divorced parents to create brand-new holiday traditions with their children. For instance, perhaps a parent will not be able to spend Thanksgiving with…

When you get married, you look forward to a future with your spouse, expecting a life full of joy. But, life is full of ups and downs and now you have entered the realm of divorce. It feels daunting. The unknowns, the uncertainties, it can all be so stressful. If you are a mother, you may worry about the transition for your children. Perhaps they will need to divide their time between you and their father, perhaps you will be all…

People choose to end marriages for various reasons, from infidelity to hostility over lifestyle choices and habits. Sometimes, the loss of a loved one, such as a child, parent, or even sibling, can have such a strong impact on someone that it affects their life in other ways, such as creating challenges within their relationship, which ultimately leads to a divorce. If you and your spouse are splitting up after one of your family members passed away, or you are…