One in four women will experience domestic violence in the course of a lifetime, psychologist David Adams asserts in “Psychologist: Some Domestic Abusers Want to Change -- and Can." One in 14 men will be abused by a partner, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

Although length of time is one consideration, it is not the only factor taken into consideration when an allegation of child abandonment is made in a child custody case, according to "Child Custody A to Z" by Guy J. White.

Facing marital issues, you may reach a juncture at which you desire to remove your husband from the home. Depending on your specific circumstances, there are two different options available to you to evict or remove your husband from the marital residence, according to "The Complete Divorce Handbook: A Practical Guide"

A relationship needs trust in order to continue thriving and growing in a healthy way. Lying, whether it's about small things or about serious things like finances or fidelity, can be one of the quickest ways to strip that needed trust from a relationship.

In the first half of the 1900s, many people who wanted a marriage license had to take a blood test first, depending on which state they lived in.

Living with a roommate with whom you do not get along can be a nightmare. Getting your roommate to leave, however, can be worse. No matter the source of the conflict, there are a number of ways you can get your roommate to move out.

For years, sociologists have noticed an interesting trend: people build plenty of friendships in their 20s, but find it difficult to make and maintain friendships as they move into their 30s and 40s. Often, this is due to factors like work and becoming busy with family.

San Diego is home to dozens of surf filled beaches along the Pacific Ocean, as well as dozens of calmer bay beaches. Shells wash up on every beach, but as the locals know, some areas of San Diego are much better than others for finding intact shells that can be used for collections or as part of a hobby or project.

Jealousy in females arises from comparison, competition and the fear of losing a mate or potential partner. Women tend to be more jealous than men in a range of situations, and seem to suffer more from emotional jealousy than from sexual jealousy.

Your mother's obituary announces her death and funeral arrangements to others through local newspapers and other media, but it's much more than just an announcement. It's also a chance for you to celebrate her life and her memory, and to help that memory live on in the reader's mind.

If you are dealing with the sudden death of a loved one, it is likely that you will experience several different emotional responses. This is a part of the grieving process and is dealt with differently by each person.

Meeting your boyfriend's friends for the first time can sometimes be more nerve-wracking than meeting his parents. These are the people he hangs out with the most, and their opinion of you will matter to him; therefore, making a good impression is crucial.