Mediation is a way of resolving disputes between people in conflict usually facilitated by a neutral person Separated families are encouraged to use family mediation to help resolve their disputes about children instead of using the family law courts What is family mediation People refer to mediation in many different ways It can be as informal as having a friend or family member helping to talk through the issues in dispute It can also be...

Violence or abusive behavior is never an acceptable way of dealing with relationship problems If you are experiencing family and domestic violence you are not alone help is available If you are concerned for your safety whilst going through family law proceedings you can contact the family law courts to ask about a safety plan When making parenting orders the court will consider the best interests of the child The Family Law Act priorities the...

Separation is a difficult time for children as well as parents Because it can be difficult to focus on your children s long term wellbeing when you are upset there are professional services that can assist This section provides information to help parents meet their children s needs after separation Talking to children about separationChildren need to be told that their parents are separating They don t usually need to know the reasons why the...

eDishaa I - II Note...

Loving a person is not forced it is natural by choice Never make the mistake of forcing a person to love you just because you love them and you want them to love you in return If you do this you will continue to beg and force them to do whatever you want in the relationship If it's clear someone doesn't like you let them go don't pressure them Stop asking people to speak for...