Family Law Issues

The Economics of Divorce: A New Paper Examines the Harm to Children

By Peter Jacobsen, 06/11/2025 “…Most would likely highlight the emotional strain imposed on children from the loss of normal relations between parents, but harmful effects can be economic. Dividing the family into two households means lower incomes and financially costly negotiations, which could impact children over the long term…” Read the entire article: https://thedailyeconomy.org/article/the-economics-of-divorce-a-new-paper-examines-the-harm-to-children/ 

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Examining the Prevalence and Impact of Parental Alienating Behaviors (PABs) in Separated Parents in the United Kingdom

By Ben Hine et al., 06/09/2025 “…There is limited research on the prevalence of parental alienating behaviors (PABs), with previous studies limited to the United States and Canada. It is critical that such research is conducted in and expanded to various countries and jurisdictions to further support the identification of alienating behaviors as a serious

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NY has a failing grade in shared parenting. It’s time for legislative action | Opinion

By Andre Rainey, 06/13/2025 “…Despite overwhelming public support for shared parenting, New York remains one of the few states without statutory recognition of shared parenting principles, leaving families at the mercy of outdated case law and inconsistent judicial decisions…” Read the entire article: https://www.lohud.com/story/opinion/2025/06/13/ny-shared-parenting-needs-legislative-action-opinion/84049267007/ 

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Virtual National Equal Shared Parenting Conference 

Our recent Equal Shared Parenting Conference was a huge success! More than 85 organizations from around the world—including the Netherlands, Canada, and England—were in attendance. Thank you to our Policy Advisor, Mark Ludwig, for his excellent presentation! A special thank you to all the organizations that participated—among them, Americans for Equal Shared Parenting, National Parents

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How to co-parent well after separation: Expert Marcie Shaoul’s advice for putting your kids first 

By Hannah Carroll, 06/03/2025 “…For many, learning how to co-parent can feel like an impossible task, filled with friction, emotion, conflict, and confusion. But according to coach and author Marcie Shaoul, it doesn’t have to be that way…” Read the entire article: https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/parenting/how-to-co-parent-well-after-separation-expert-marcie-shaoul-s-advice-for-putting-your-kids-first/ar-AA1G0ku5?apiversion=v2&noservercache=1&domshim=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&batchservertelemetry=1&noservertelemetry=1 

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International Falsely Accused Day and Workshop Series

Some 10-percent of Americans have been targeted by false allegations. Many, unfortunately, never recover from these horrible attacks.  False allegations don’t just harm individuals—they undermine public trust in our justice system. This global issue is gaining attention and demands urgent action.  Stop False Allegations Against Men, Interference with Child Custody Coalition (IC3) & PA Protect Kids

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No, the Children of Divorce Are Not ‘Fine’

By John Stonestreet and Shane Morris, 06/05/2025 “…Enormous amounts of prior research associates divorce with long-term, negative outcomes for children. What is new here is powerful evidence that divorce causes these negative outcomes…” Read the entire article: https://breakpoint.org/no-the-children-of-divorce-are-not-fine/

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Lawmaker addresses custody guidelines 

By Sun Gazette, 05/31/2025 “…Flick, a longtime advocate of 50-50 custody, proposed an amendment to require family courts to provide anyone named in a custody petition with a written copy of the new factors when decisions are made. It passed unanimously…” Read the entire article: https://www.sungazette.com/news/top-news/2025/05/lawmaker-addresses-custody-guidelines/

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Addressing fatherlessness by supporting fathers 

By Sheldon Thomas, 06/07/2025 “…Through the lens of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, we can see how a supportive father helps meet each stage of a child’s growth – from basic survival to personal fulfilment…” Read the entire article: https://www.keepthefaith.co.uk/2025/05/28/addressing-fatherlessness-by-supporting-fathers/

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Parental Alienation Awareness Day recognized in Illinois thanks to Ventura

By Senator Rachel Ventura News, 04/11/25 “…Recognizing the devastating impact of parental alienation on families across Illinois, State Senator Rachel Ventura successfully advanced Senate Resolution 66, declaring April 25, 2025 as Parental Alienation Awareness Day in the state. …” Read the entire article:  https://www.illinoissenatedemocrats.com/caucus-news/82-senator-rachel-ventura-news/6210-parental-alienation-awareness-day-recognized-in-illinois-thanks-to-ventura

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