Divorcing couples in New Jersey and across the United States face many challenges. The division of assets, sorting out child support payments, and other matters can be difficult.
Many people facing this situation also feel the constant pressure to learn from their prior mistakes to avoid repeating them in the future. If you’re facing divorce, here are several myths about divorcing that might be helpful as you create your new life post-divorce.
A common divorce myth is that divorced couples learn from their mistakes, so if they marry again later on, their second marriage may be set up for greater success. Unfortunately, the reality is that second marriages actually have higher divorce rates than that of first marriages.
To avoid going through the heartache of divorcing again, some couples buy into the myth that moving in together before marrying again is a good idea. While the reasons aren’t well understood, many studies have indicated that couples who move in together prior to marriage eventually have greater chances of divorcing again.
Another divorce myth is that children are better off when their parents divorce than if they stay together while they don’t get along. While parents’ discord can have a lasting negative impact on their children, some studies suggest that only children who live in high-conflict homes may benefit from their parents’ divorce. If parents are able to remain within the same home and work their differences out, it may be better for their children long-term.
Making the decision to divorce can be hard, but dealing with the aftermath can bring its own set of challenges. If you find yourself in this situation, the good new is that you don’t have to navigate the process without help. Consider consulting with an experienced divorce attorney who may be able to shed some light on your legal options.
