...The Culture of Daily Life Similarities and Differences Paper Conversational Spanish 1 July 21, 2014 Differences in Familial Structures, Religious Practices, and Traditions Dominican and Mexican cultures are very distinct and have different characteristics. These are apparent in the familial structures, religious practices, and traditions of each country. Familial structure in the Dominican Republic proved as the fundamental social unit. The solidarity that kin owed to one another, as well as trust, and assistance was emphasized. Family loyalty was something engrained from early childhood and is an unquestioned virtue ("Family And Kin", n.d.). Meanwhile in the Mexican familial structure, unity is where they build a strong foundation. Their dedication to supporting family and displaying loyalty no matter what happens reflects in the fact that Mexico’s divorce rate is one of the lowest in the world, and also that generations of families typically live in the same house or neighborhood (Damewood, 2006-2014). Religion in the Dominican Republic is primarily Roman Catholicism, for the most part their religious practices have been formalistic and limited; only a few actually attended mass regularly. Religion influences Dominicans as a governing aspect of their culture and way of life. Popular religious practices were frequently far removed because many people felt the best way to approach God was through intermediaries. These included the...
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...Children of Divorce MBrooks University Abstract Within the past 30 years it is safe to say that divorce is an epidemic that has affected about fifty percent of families in the United States. When discussing the topic of divorce, one must think about the many issues they must face in the ‘long term’, and in the present that affects children. Many problems have added to the family’s interaction before the divorce, as well as, ongoing conflict afterward. The stages of divorce affect children in different ways depending on their coping skills in their stage of development. Furthermore, the consequences of divorce may impact the child’s overall sense of security in meeting their most basic needs. Studies have also shown that children’s responses to divorce can attribute to behavioral problems. Children mimic what they see, so reassuring your children is a vital part of getting them through this difficult time. Further discussions will pose positive attributes due to a great support system and having well-adjusted children after divorce. Children of Divorce Vows are exchanged in the presence of our Father, and the verse that changes everything from that moment of promise on is—“a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh’? Matthew 19:5. ’And, you may kiss the bride…” Blissful couples leave the church with the intention of living happily ever after, not really thinking the statistics are against them from...
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...Divorce Josefina Ramirez COM/220 July 31, 2011 Cassandra Shellhorn In life we live happy and unforgettable moments. One of the best days of my life was when I got married. Not even in a million years I would have imagined that I will ever get divorced. The thought would off never cross my mind until. A divorce does not start from one day to the other. It is time consuming, agitating, and costly. The process of my divorce started on April 1st, 2010. My lawyers prepared and submitted the initial paper work to the Court of Jackson County, in the state of Missouri, case No. 1016-FC03062-01 Division 30. I was not a happy person since I had to appear in court more than once. Some of the mayor drives for divorce are lack of communication, financial disagreement, and adultery. Statistics indicate divorce rate has increase within the last decade in the USA; divorce causes emotional distress for couples, and effects the children as well. As indicated by the articles read, the first of the Boomers (circa 1946) are now in their sixties and reluctantly nearing retirement age. Age at Marriage for Those Who Divorce in U.S. (Divorcestatistics.org) Age Under 20 years old 27.6% (women) 11.7% (men) 20 - 24 years old 36.6% (women) 38.9% (men) 25 - 29 years old 16.4% (women) 22.3% (men) 30 - 34 years old 8.5% (women) 11.6% (men) 35 - 39 years old I will like to first start by adding that statistic show how the number of divorces has increase within the last decade. Believed to be 5...
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...love story, as some marriages do experience distress or even dissolution. Marriages can begin happily but divorce can end them painfully. The process of divorce becomes emotionally and financially draining for those involved. These emotions can be even more devastating if there are any children involved. It is the children that suffer the most and experience the harshest backlash, and divorce often emotionally scar them for the rest of their lives. One of the biggest problems that surround divorce is what occurs to the individuals after the proceedings. Men are more likely to live a more normal and stable life after divorce, however women often get swindled in poverty. Men and women have different gender roles and more then likely it is the man in the marriage who brings in most of the income to the household. Through an examination of divorce and looking at gender inequities, women and children are left in poverty, and family law reforms it is obvious that divorce has a major negative impact on women. Divorce rates are at an all time high, and they continue to increase. It has been estimated that 45% of marriages end in divorce (Eichler, 1991, # 60). This shows that despite the way one feels about the other, nearly 1 out of every 2 marriages will end in a disaster, but more importantly this leaves a women in an unfortunate position. The results and set backs of divorce vary for men, women and especially for the children. The least of the tensions are with the men. With most...
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...His and Her Divorce Perhaps nowhere is this difference more evident than in the debate over which partner—the ex-wife or the ex-husband—is the primary victim of divorce. Both are affected by the divorce, but often in different ways. The first year after divorce is especially stressful for both ex-spouses. Divorce wields a blow to each one’s self-esteem. Both feel they have failed as spouses and, if there are children, as parents (Demo and Fine 2010). They may question their ability to get along well in a remarriage. Yet each has particular difficulties that are related to the sometimes different circumstances of men and women. In this discussion, we are primarily speaking of divorced men and women who are parents. Her Divorce Women who were married longer, particularly those oriented to traditional gender roles, lose the identity associated with their husband’s status. Getting back on their feet may be particularly difficult for older women, who usually have few opportunities for meaningful career development and limited opportunities to remarry (Yin 2008). Women of the baby boom generation and later have usually had significant work experience, so they may find it easier to reenter the work world, if they are not already there. Divorced mothers who retain sole custody of their children often experience severe overload as they attempt to provide not only for financial self-support but also for the day-to-day care of their children. Monitoring and supervising children...
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...so happy. But in every country is different this wonderful commitment, because of the cultures, the religion, etc. and all this reasons brings different methods of a marriage, but still this big important commitment all around the world. In United States of America, the main religion is the Catholic. So marriage is a very important commitment. To get married you need to be a catholic, who all ready have been baptized, have done the first communion and finally do the confirmation, that consist in reaffirm you faith on God and in the catholic religion. United States of America has a big problem with marriage, because they have a big rate of percentage on divorces. United States has 4.95 per 1,000 people letting him the country with the biggest rate of divorce. The weddings celebrations are part of the traditional marriage. After the ceremony the couple goes to there house, a restaurant or a facility with some friends to celebrate the special occasion and to finish they greatest day with some close people. Almost all wedding take place in the afternoon. In Venezuela, the main religion as in the United States is the catholic religion. An like I said before I a very important commitment. To get married by the church you need to be baptized, had the first communion and the confirmation to get stronger your faith and refined your catholic religion. In...
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...Janet Valenzuela 11/14/12 Mrs. Mcnair ENG 102 Cause/Effect Essay Divorce Causes and Effects Success in marriage does not come through finding the right mate, but through being the right mate. From the past to present, people all over the world have been determined to live together, which is called “getting married” in another word, so that they depend on each other for living. Some couples are unable to maintain their relationship that is why they choose divorce. There are many reasons that cause divorce but, the three main causes of divorce: would be infidelity, financial issues, and lack of communication between couples. Divorce not only has a lot of complicated causes, but also has many effects. Consequently, divorces can directly effect on children. The strongest reason that causes divorce is infidelity. This may be the most damaging thing that can happen to a marriage. The cause of infidelity is rather dissatisfaction with the lack of intimacy between couples. For example, it’s widely reported that 60 % of men and 40 % of women will participate in an extramarital affair at some point during their married life. (Meyer, Cathy Paragraph 1) This shows that married couple who have lack of intimacy would be in a higher risk of infidelity in between couples no matter if you’re the girl or the guy. In addition, infidelity will also be intimacy is the bond that links two individuals together emotionally, sexually and spiritually. For instance, this bond can be affected if...
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...Introduction For a child, choosing sides between parents is no doubt overwhelming. The fear of showing more love or affection towards one or the other creates an inconceivable level of stress. There are many children faced with this dilemma every day. Divorce rates are on the rise, and the sacred union of marriage is not what it used to be; leaving children caught in the middle. Divorce has an effect on everyone involved and can be emotionally and physically draining on a family. Hurt feelings and anger often take precedence over doing what is truly best for the kids. There is also the aspect of children being raised in dysfunctional households that can have dire consequences. So the question is should a couple stay married only for the sake of children? Position 1 Parents should avoid divorce and make every attempt to endure the marriage when children are involved. Divorce is typically a difficult life changing event for children. Children sometimes feel that they are to blame for the breakdown of the family unit. They often have to face the real with the possibility of having to relocate or change schools. The family environment that they have become accustomed to with both parents is in jeopardy. A review of marriage research released in a 2005 journal published by the Brookings Institution and Princeton University suggested that children from two-parent families are better off emotionally, socially and economically. This suggests that the family unit is much...
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...old. Problems with my boyfriend and at home; that is a new task for me. It is hard to focus when these problems are in my head. To pretend to be happy at all times is difficult in the age of 13-17. All kinds of problems pop into my head and I have no idea how to handle them. For me the exams are just around the corner and it is not exactly easy to cope with the pressure when I don’t feel ready. Perhaps I grew up to fast; I did not focus on my schooling – it was much more fun to smoke and drink with my friends weekend after weekend. I am paying for it now. I really want to make an effort when it comes to my schooling. My parents are divorced and it is not easy to be a child and listen to what they have to say to each other. My parents’ divorce was stressful to me and I never wanted them to separate. My mother moves to Dubai for five years – I will see my mother ten times during ten years. I wish I could see her more. Love is difficult. It has been a struggle for me to find a boyfriend but I have been very lucky to meet a young man who loves me. He treats me like a princess and I feel happy and safe with him. I have made a lot of mistakes the last two years and if I could, I would take it all back. Regrettably, I cannot erase my past. I have to live with my past which is painful. I have felt the consequences of my actions and I am ashamed to admit that I have behaved poorly but I will try to make to best of it. I have got a wonderful relationship with my parents. I am...
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...TO: Supervising Attorney From: Jennifer A. Ramos This memo is on prenuptial agreements and their utilities. The Uniform Premarital and Martial Agreement Act (UPMAA) is a Uniform Act drafted in 1983 by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (NCCUSL, 2012). Pennsylvania has not adopted the UPMAA. In Pennsylvania the requirements for a prenuptial agreement are as follows: • It must be a written agreement; • Both parties must execute the document voluntarily; • Both parties must be provided fair and reasonable disclosure of their property and/or financial obligations; • Both parties must have full knowledge of the obligations for each party regarding property and finances; and • The agreement is to be executed by the marriage date. (Pa Cons. Stat. § 3106). A prenuptial agreement in Pennsylvania must be a written agreement, it cannot be verbal. The agreement must also be signed by both parties voluntarily, with a witness and a notary public; this must be done before the marriage is commenced. Both parties in the agreement must be in full knowledge of all financial and property decisions that are made in the agreement; nothing can be added after it is signed, unless there is a legal amendment. Prenuptial agreements should not be compulsory. Prenuptial agreements should be spoken about beforehand and should either be agreed upon or disagreed upon. Making a decision like that is something you will be done together for the rest of your life, given...
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...Kaelan Bush English 50 Sarah Faulkner 30 January 2014 Marriage in Today’s Society In the essay “For Better, For Worse: Marriage Means Something Different Now” Coontz describes on how she played a character on a show that abandoned the values of a traditional family and encouraged young Americans to abandon marriage (Avins 171). She also begins to talk about the pros and cons of marriage. Also, by giving data “As late as the 1960’s, two-thirds of college women in the United States said they would marry a man they didn’t fall in live if he met all their other, often economic, criteria” (Avins 172). In most cases being married is a personal goal, but it can also affect families. Americans have their own opinions about marriage. It all comes down to the individual and how they look at the aspect of marriage. Some people like idea of being single and live their life by the way they think life should be lived. Then there is the other idea of the traditional marriage, which is being married to a partner that you would want to live the rest of your life with. There are pros and cons for each way and how they affect society. Living the single life has its ups and downs. Men and women tend to fine on their own and are able to find a stable job. Single women tend to marry a man they do not love even though they fit into their criteria economically. Men are also the same way and feel obligated to marry if the woman fits his criteria just because. Single mothers have played...
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..."Maturity begins to grow when you can sense your concern for others overweighing your concern for yourself " - John Mac Naughton once said. It is particularly true in Vietnam where men who can not be regarded as a mature person until he gets his first baby, even though they might have already got a well-paid job and married a good woman. In my opinion, having the first child is the most important event marking the maturity of a people in both financial and spiritual terms. In this essay, I would like to present three explanations to clarify my point of view. People should first recognize that the typical characteristic of maturity is good financial management. Admittedly, financial pressure encountered by the people who first experience parenthood is tremendous, which impels them to perceive the value of money differently. Most married people thoroughly contemplate whether buying those goods would reduce the amount of money spent on raising a child instead of throwing their money around pursuing personal interests. Moreover, saving should also occupy an important part in financial plan, which allows people to guarantee their child's future regardless of any unexpected events. At this point, as for controlling financial problem, the people who have kid would be more highly evaluated than the people who are just able to sufficiently support for themselves.Therefore, the child existence accompanied with extra expenses attributes to build up characteristics of a grown-up person...
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...Developmental Topic of Interest Paper Introduction This research paper is on divorce and it affects all members of the family especially the children, and other family members. DIVORCE Today’s divorce rates are at an all-time high, 2 to 5 children will experience the divorce of their parents before they reach 18. About 25% of all children will spent some time in a step-family. Every year over one million children under age 18 are involved in a divorce. Divorce effects not only the family of the divorce couple and children but also mother and father-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and society. The sudden change in the family support system is very dramatic for all in the family. Divorce is more complex than it appears on the surface, it is not a onetime event. Divorce is a most stressful for all involved especially the children, that are involved of the divorce couple, they are likely to be dropouts or have some of emotional problems. Than with parents who are together. Children of divorce begin to feel sadness, anxiety, abandonment, anger and some might think that it was their fault. Children might fear that one of parents don’t love them as much and they might not see the other parent or lose time with that parent. Children of divorce parents also have psychological problems such as having difficultly forming relationships with peers, or discussing their...
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...parental separation in young children and how can parents support their children throughout and after separation?” Separation can be a very daunting experience in young children’s lives and can impact severely on their growing skills; such as communication and social skills. Children can become vulnerable. Children need the continuing affection and support of both parents. “Not all parents are able to continue a relationship with their children after separation. There are no easy solutions to these difficult situations” According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the number of children under 18 years of age affected by divorce has decreased from 46,337 in 2010 to 43,867 in 2011. The average number of children per divorce was 1.9. Although there were no statistics taken recently, the numbers show a significant amount of children affected by divorce. During my survey of ‘impact of separation on children’, 100% of the people taking the survey knew someone that has been divorced or separated with children. My first key finding is that because of a young child’s sense of time perception, that separation between the child and the parent has a confronting impact on their emotional wellbeing. Children under two will often have a stronger emotional and physical dependence on their primary carer. A child at that age has a vastly different concept of time compared to older children, leading to issues with parenting arrangements. The needs of the child need to be considered, as the...
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...The effect of divorce on children and adolescents psychologically: An annotated bibliography Fagan, Patrick. ":::THC-WCF:::." :::THC-WCF:::. The World Congress of Families II, 08 Nov. 1999. Web. 06 June 2013. The author, Patrick Fagan, Ph.D., uses data from, The World Congress of Families II, to show that each year over a million children suffer the divorce of their parents since now the American culture embraces divorce in law and in behavior. The devastating effects of divorce on children have risen as time has passed. Divorces are effecting children all over the nation, some more than others. Divorce permanently weakens the relationship between children and parents. It leads to destructive ways of handling conflict, diminishes social competence, leads to early loss of virginity, and it diminishes young adults’ sense of masculinity or femininity. It leads to more trouble in dating, to more cohabitation, to higher divorce rates later in life, to higher expectations of divorce, and to less desire for children, states Patrick Fagan in his article. Senior Fellow and Director of the MRRI, Family Research Council, Patrick Fagan, in his article goes well in detail on the topic of the effect that divorce has on children and adolescents psychologically. As an experienced person in the field he expecifically tells you all of what is likely to go through a child mind when facing the reality of their parents’ divorce. Since he is well rounded on the topic he has also expressed...
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