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Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

My Ex and I Made a Pact to Protect the Kids. But Now He's Conniving Against Me in Sneaky Ways.

Maintaining family routines shields children emotionally but compels continued exposure to a manipulative ex who creates financial burdens, scheduling conflicts, and legal threats.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

The Saver and Spender in Marriage

On the surface, it looks like this couple is a gross mismatch, and they often present that way in couple therapy. The saver complains of all the debt the spender has accumulated, and the number of times he or she has bailed the spender out of trouble. The spender in turn becomes defensive, presenting evidence that his or her spending is necessary, not frivolous - some even claim that unlucky circumstances are the culprit.
Relationships
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Dear Abby: My husband gets upset over a $5 discrepancy, and I know it's not about the money

A wife's husband displays controlling, money-focused behavior causing repeated arguments and emotional distress; she views it as abusive and seeks counseling and support.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
10 months ago

My Wife Promised My Daughter an Expensive Gift. I'm in Agony About What My Family Will Think.

Financial success can lead to internal conflict about parenting choices in relation to family values and perceived societal expectations.
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