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Divorce

5 Things Muslim Therapists Wish You Knew About Children and Domestic Abuse

“If they aren’t getting physically hurt, your kids will be fine. Children forget these things easily. It’s you and your husband who are having problems, and you’ll work it out. You need to be patient, for the sake of the

Sana Ansari October 27, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Divorce, Family, Marriage, Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Development, Relationship, Uncategorized Read more

8 Relationship Tips Couples Therapists Are Giving All The Time Right Now

To be fair, not all couples are having a rough go of it. Vagdevi Meunier, Psy.D., master trainer for the Gottman Institute and licensed clinical psychologist at the Center for Relationships in Austin, tells SELF that the stress of the pandemic has actually

Noha Darwish December 3, 2021November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

When To Call It Quits On Your Relationship

Being in relationship limbo is hard. For most of us, ultimately untenable. It’s understandable to want to bale when you and your partner are always fighting over seemingly insignificant issues, like what to have for dinner or where to park

Noha Darwish November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

How To Make Your Marriage Last

Is happily ever after an illusion? What are some elements of a happy, healthy marriage? In this episode, Dr. Sameera Ahmed, founder of The Family and Youth Institute, discusses how to navigate your way toward a stronger marriage, challenges that

Noha Darwish October 12, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

Things To Consider Before You Divorce With Kids

Often, parents who are thinking about getting a divorce will ask what age is best for their kids. While there’s no magic number that defines when kids are most resilient, age is a valid consideration. But it’s not the only one.

Sana Ansari March 12, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Family Read more

Unhappily Married: What’s Best For The Kids – Together Or Apart?

Deciding whether to stay in an unhappy marriage or leave is possibly one of the hardest decisions a parent could make. Sometimes despite the greatest ‘happily-ever-after’ intentions, a relationship can become a tense, unhappy, conflicted union. If this is the

Sana Ansari March 5, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Family Read more

Does marital conflict mean divorce? Strategies to help determine if divorce is the next step.

Does marital conflict mean divorce? Strategies to help determine if divorce is the next step.

  By Madiha Tahseen, Ph.D. More than 50% of Muslims report at least one significant marital issue (Chapman & Cattaneo, 2013). The reality is divorce amongst Muslim Americans has greatly increased in the last 25 years (ISPU, 2012). So if

FYI_Admin March 4, 2021April 19, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

4 Tips to Co-Parenting During the Coronavirus Crisis

Co-parenting may become a whole new ballgame during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic.  For divorced couples who are already struggling with a range of financial, emotional, and logistical stresses, the disruption the coronavirus is bringing to our communities and families will

Noha Darwish August 22, 2020 Article Archives, Children, Divorce, Family, Parenting, Youth Read more

Co-Parenting Tips for Divorced Parents

Co-parenting amicably after a split is rarely easy, but by making joint custody work you can give your children the stability, security, and close relationships with both parents that they need. Read on from helpguide.org here

Noha Darwish July 15, 2020 Article Archives, Divorce, Parenting Read more

Parenting After Divorce: 9 Ways to Parent on Your Own Terms

Whether you are recently divorced or have been for some time, don’t be anxious that you have ruined your child’s life. You haven’t. While divorce can be a big part of your child’s life, what will determine his ultimate quality of

FYI_Admin October 31, 2019 Article Archives, Divorce, Parenting Read more
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