Separation and divorce / Breaking up Books

Book SynopsisWhat happens when the very same system designed to protect children fails? That’s exactly what is happening right now in the UK family courts in cases of Parental Alienation, a form of post-divorce abuse. Cafcass define Parental Alienation as ‘when a child’s resistance or hostility towards one parent is not justified and is the result of psychological manipulation by the other parent’; yet experts, therapists and social workers are not trained to assess or deal with cases involving Parental Alienation. I spent years making my case to judges, experts and lawyers, all of whom failed to agree on what was actually happening between my ex-wife, my kids and myself. At the time it seemed like I was constantly trying to prove a negative, to find a new direction to reach my kids, and while all were promising, all ended in expensive dead ends as my ex-wife pursued her agenda. If I had to sum up the experience of trying to prove Parental Alienation in the courts, I would describe it as being trapped in the backseat of a car while it crashes in slow motion. The system is not fit for purpose. The family courts are slow and busy, burdened by the backlog of cases. Once you do get a hearing, they are often set months away and even then, traditional safeguarding assessments fail to detect Parental Alienation. The longer the child is away from a parent, the harder it is to stop the alienation, and the longer the issue remains unaddressed, the risk of the children suffering mental health and behavioural problems increases. Alienated parents also often display signs of post-traumatic stress: paranoia, anxiety and in some cases are suicidal. It is my hope that this book will not only draw attention to the potential injustice in cases of Parental Alienation and the need for meaningful reform to prevent further irreparable damage, but that it will help a parent going through a family separation spot signs before it’s too late. About the author: The author is a successful businessman, loving father and victim of parental alienation. The author has used a ghost writer to validate his story. The characters have been anonymised to both protect their privacy and lift the veil on the inner workings of the family court, which the author believes is in the public interest of protecting children from harm.

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Book SynopsisDivorce is not the end of your storySome seasons of life can seem far more difficult than one human should have to endure. For Brandi Wilson, that was the year her husband--and a megachurch pastor--walked away from her and her family. Suddenly, her church community dissolved, and her dreams and identity were shattered.Yet God transformed this heartbreaking time into an invaluable lesson on the gift of healing. And now, Brandi beautifully tells her courageous story of confronting grief and heartache head-on and learning how to rise from the pain. Filled with aha moments and laugh-out-loud humor, this book reminds you that your story is always evolving and that you can move forward with hope after divorce. Brandi helps you:· rely on and find comfort in the promises of God · begin a new journey toward healing· find freedom in your new identityWhile your life looks drastically different now, there is ho

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Book SynopsisWhether you're single by choice or not, becoming a single mother is mentally exhausting. And in a world where negative stereotypes are still rife, it can be difficult to ask for help. This is where Surviving Solo Motherhood steps in, offering emotional support to single mothers of any aged child. Journalist Amy Rose and clinical psychologist Dr Emma Cotterill draw upon the lived experiences of the single parent community and look closely at the effect single-parent life can have on your mental health. Each chapter focuses on a different emotional state, and includes personal, lived experience an array of single mothers from various backgrounds, as well as psychological support and tools. Topics covered within the book include:Anxiety - a look at various triggers single mothers experience and discussion of the different types of anxiety, de-mystifying what it is (a physical response to threat real or perceived) and what it isn't (a sign that you are failing as a parent). Shame - unpicking the broader theme of stereotyping single mothers, while sharing personal experiences of shame from women of various backgrounds. Cover the difference between shame and remorse and how our body processes shame. Grief - understanding how to recognise and process your grief, unlearning everything you knew about your and your child's future and reconstructing what your idea of family looks like. Joy - how to find Joy once more, in the small moments and creating a life you're proud of. Strategies to find joy in hard times By working through the book you will become more resilient and feel stronger, allowing you to be more present for your child. This is the book to reach for when you need somewhere to turn.Table of Contents Introduction 1. Where you are 2. Grief 3. Rage 4. Shame 5. Guilt 6. Anxiety 7. Depression 8. From Powerless to Powerful 9. Joy 10. Finding Romance 11. Love 12. Your New Normal Further reading/resources

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Book SynopsisFrom the Irish Tatler's Woman of the Year for Literature and one of the AN Post Irish Book Awards's Best New Irish Writers comes a novel about one woman's decision to leave everything behind 'Thrillingly relatable' Harper's Bazaar'This funny, thoughtful novel will resonate with lots of women' Good Housekeeping'You won't be able to put this down. A fascinating study of a woman who has sacrificed her dreams' The Gloss'A masterful account of one woman's dramatic rebellion against society's demands'Daily Express'A vivid portrait of a woman adrift' ObserverMothers are not supposed to go on road trips . . . But one winter morning in Dublin, an ordinary woman wakes up in her ordinary home, her husband next to her in bed, her teenage children sleeping nearby. And - without thinking much about it - walks out the front door and never comes back. So begins a journey which will take her into service stations and shopping centres, hotel bars and hairdressers - and the beds of strange men. Unt

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Book SynopsisA funny, tender, utterly beguiling story about a woman's search for happinessTrade ReviewIf Eat Pray Love has become a bible for women wanting to initiate change in their lives, then Gilbert is their patron saint * Sunday Times *A defining work of memoir * Sunday Telegraph *Everyone who reads it has a new best friend * The Times *If you read one book, this should be it * Sun *Life changing * Daily Express *Gilbert’s prose is fueled by a mix of intelligence, wit and colloquial exuberance that is close to irresistible * The New York Times Book Review *An engaging, intelligent, and highly entertaining memoir * Time *A meditation on love in its many forms - love of food, language, humanity, God, and most meaningful for Gilbert, love of self * Los Angeles Times *

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Book Synopsis**A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**We've all been on promising dates that left us feeling worse in the long run, suffered from breakups we might have mishandled, or stayed in relationships which should have worked but didn't. So what are we missing? Don't panic! Toni Tone is here to give the big sister advice we all need: discovering what we want from a connection, flourishing through heartbreak, and learning the vital importance of difficult conversations for growth and self-respect. Speaking from a place of experience and empathy, she talks through the value of intuition, asking questions, and taking responsibility for the choices we make, offering practical, simple advice to improve any relationship, and insight into our own behaviours.From comfort zones and goal setting to healthy boundaries and keeping yourself centred, Toni offers the loving, healing and authentic common sense lessons that aren't so common.It may just change your life.Trade Review‘Relatable and insightful…Tone’s approach could be characterised as crisp but kind, with a writing style that is eminently accessible and inclusive, providing just the kind of big-sisterly feel she originally aspired to.’CAROLINE SANDERSON, THE BOOKSELLER ‘This book is scarily accurate. There were so many times where I was adamant that Toni was talking specifically to and about me. I can see identical versions of my friends and I in every single lesson, there were so many points where I literally wanted to screenshot a whole page, send it to my friend and say "LOOOOOOOOOK IT'S YOU!” Spoiler alert: Everyone I know is getting a copy of this book for their next birthday.’JULIE ADENUGA, BROADCASTER and CULTURAL CURATOR

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Book SynopsisThe perfect Mother's Day gift, from the author of About Us, Seven Letters and The Baby Trail_______________________What's a few more branches on the family tree?Things are finally looking up for Anna. Seventeen miserable years of marriage to man-child Connor have left her drained and ready for a new start. So when they separate, she couldn't be more thrilled to move in with James, a handsome lecturer who is everything her ex-husband is not: kind, thoughtful, and above all, reliable.But Anna and James's kids hate living with the loved-up couple and the new set-up. Their teenage daughters - one a studious high achiever and the other a cool rich girl unbothered by grades or exams - have nothing in common. And Anna's wild football-mad nine-year-old son declares war on bookish James.Nobody said step-parenting was easy; Anna and James are about to find out exactly how complicated it can be. With exes, new partners-of-exes and money all in the mix, home life is fast becoming a minefield and their new-found happiness hangs in the balance. Do they have what it takes to make their blended family work?________________________'Yours, Mine, Ours is her best to date . . . a hopeful book, full of love' MARIAN KEYES'A great read, lots of twists and turns, lots of humour' CLAIRE BYRNE'A story filled with heart and wit. It's impossible not to root for the characters' RACHAEL ENGLISH'Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant . . . I was on the edge of my seat to know whether it would all work out in the end . . . Sinéad is a true national treasure' CLAUDIA CARROLLTrade ReviewSinéad Moriarty writes consistently EXCELLENT novels about contemporary life - Yours, Mine, Ours is her best to date. A thoughtful, nuanced exploration of the very real dilemmas of a blended family. There are no trite solutions but it's still a hopeful book, full of love -- Marian KeyesA great read, lots of twists and turns, lots of humour -- Claire ByrneA story filled with heart and wit. It's impossible not to root for the characters -- Rachael EnglishEmpathy, humour and wisdom on every page. A terrific, though provoking, immersive read -- Patricia ScanlanWith her trademark wit and wisdom, Sinéad gets to the core of what makes a family, what breaks a family and what can put it back together. Thoroughly engaging and entertaining, a delightful read -- Liz NugentI really loved Yours, Mine, Ours. Sinéad is such a brilliant writer. It's utterly charming and life-affirming. Full of wisdom about love's imperfections and all of the everyday obstacles that can get in the way of love . . . very grown-up love story about finding love - and ourselves - as parents. I think people will really fall in love with Anna, as I did -- Edel CoffeyBrilliant, brilliant, brilliant. There is no living author who writes about the intricacies of family life quite like Sinead . . . It's funny and wonderfully well observed and gripping too - I was on the edge of my seat to know whether it would all work out in the end. Yours, Mine, Ours really is masterly and Sinéad is a true national treasure -- Claudia Carroll

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Book SynopsisFINDING FREEDOM IN THE LOST KITCHEN is Erin French’s rollercoaster memoir about her struggle to follow her dream and bring joy to people through food.

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Book SynopsisChildren living in separated family situations fare best when their relationship with each of their parents continues to be close. Putting Children First helps mothers and fathers unlock and resolve the conflict around contact with children that can arise during and after separation. Using strategies such as parenting plans, scripted phone calls and parenting meetings, the book will enable parents to communicate effectively on all the most important things in their children''s lives - and make relaxed arrangements for the continued involvement by both parents with their children.Trade Review...quite simply, the best book on separation that we have ever read. Both the authors work at the Centre for Separated Families and have a wealth of experience with this client group. In this clever book - and its associated 'Parenting Plan s' booklet - they guide both mothers and fathers (they have a real understanding of the needs and experiences of both sexes) through the emotional and practical journey of separation and its aftermath. Their explicit aim is to help parents 'put their children first', but the authors know this cannot be achieved until both father and mother can manage and understand their own feelings. Sensitive, practical, beautifully written, we believe this book should be REQUIRED READING for all professionals working in this field; and should always be offered to separating and separated mothers and fathers * Fatherhood Institute *The book is clearly set out and the chapters logically and thoroughly explore all the issues that might arise before reaching a conclusion with sound advice on each topic * Parenting Without Tears *When the authors of a book have been through the scenario and actually run a centre for Separated Families, you know you can trust the content and benefit from the knowledge shared. With family separations being part of today's society, it is important that the children's lives are affected only in a positive way and this can be achieved. It does, however, take a lot of hard work and this is where the book becomes an invaluable tool in the whole process. There could be a tendency to preach but the book focuses on the positive aspects of working together and show light at the end of what can seem a very long tunnel. If you are in this situation, it is great to read this book and know that a happy medium can be reached * From Bump to Grump *

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Book SynopsisIn these essays, Toynton remembers her émigré relatives, some of whom left Germany as soon as Hitler came to power, others only escaped later.Evelyn Toynton’s relatives, German-Jewish refugees all, had grown up thinking of themselves as Germans first and Jews second; her portraits of them, subtly comic when depicting the Germanic traits they retained throughout their lives, take on a tragic poignancy when showing the sorrow they carried: how could their beloved country, so inextricably a part of who they were, have turned on them with such murderous savagery? While some of them embraced their new lives, becoming patriotic citizens of America and England, and one became a Zionist, rising to high office in Ben-Gurion’s government, others went on reading German books, German newspapers; they made nostalgic trips back to Nuremberg, where the family had thrived for centuries before the Nazis claimed it as their symbolic home. But it is the story of Toynton’s refugee mother, of the betrayal and the medical blunder that kept her living in the shadows for fifty years, that is at the emotional heart of this book. Toynton speaks to a universal immigrant family experience, some embrace a new life, others forge a compromise between their new home and old traditions, while a few never fully find their way.

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Book SynopsisThe PERFECT GIFT for anyone who has ever broken up with someone or ever been broken up with, or is about to take a trip to Break-up City, population you. ''Ah well,'' thinks Martin. ''At least she left me a packet of cigarettes and a little bicycle made out of pipe cleaners.''_____________Rocco paid a fortune for the website getdianeback.com but it failed to get Diane back.So Rocco built a new Diane in his shed.The Diane runs on a 1kW motor, can run most Android apps, and will probably not run off with Rocco''s brother. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. ''Hilarious'' StylistTrade ReviewHilarious * Stylist *

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Book SynopsisLearning to start again when your happy-ever-after isn't so happy

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Book SynopsisOn Divorce is the debut title in a new portrait photography series by The School of Life. The photographs and accompanying texts were captured and recorded over two years by British photographer Harry Borden (himself divorced). The images are a mirror that can help to correct some of what we think we know of divorce and pull us in a different direction: towards compassion, identification, curiosity, self-reflection and empathy. The book features an introduction by The School of Life, which gives context to Borden’s photographic study. Harry Borden is an acclaimed British portrait photographer. His work is regularly published in major news outlets and is part of the collection of The National Portrait Gallery in London. Previous publications include Single Dad (2021) and Survivor: A Portrait of the Survivors of the Holocaust (2017).

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Book SynopsisUnputdownable A perfect summer holiday read' ????? Reader ReviewSparkling sun, strolls in the gorgeous French countryside, that first sip of cool, crisp wine Summer is Kat's favourite season. And this year should be no exceptionFun, emotional and packed with French sunshine. I adored it!' Sunday Times bestselling author Milly JohnsonAs soon as Kat Jenson set foot in the idyllic French village of Kirchhoffen, she knew she'd found her home. Now she has a dreamy boyfriend, a delightful dog and the perfect job managing a bustling book café in the vibrant Parc Lemmel.But when she learns her boyfriend isn't all he seems, it's the start of a difficult summer for Kat. Vindictive troublemakers, work woes and family heartache follow, and the clear blue sky that was her life suddenly seems full of clouds.Then she gets to know the mysterious Noah, and her sun begins to shine brighter than ever. But Noah has problems of his own ones that could scupper their new-found happiness. Together, can theTrade ReviewPraise for Sue Moorcroft: ‘A joyous slice of summer sunshine, gloriously uplifting and the perfect escape.’ Alex Brown 'I was whisked away to sunny France in this fabulously engaging story full of warmth and charm with the added benefit of books and pastries!' Bella Osborne ‘An absolutely gorgeous French escape full of sunshine – I loved it!’ Rachael Lucas ’Sue Moorcroft whisks you away to a stunning French setting with lashings of romance – sheer delight!’ Fiona Gibson ‘Must read!’ Daily Express ‘I love all of Sue Moorcroft’s books!’ Katie Fforde

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Book SynopsisYour guide to building a life that''s full of joy as a single parentThrough her own experience of becoming a single parent and in her work founding the leading single parent app Frolo, Zoë Desmond heard the same questions over and over again and found that while backgrounds and family setups may vary, single parents everywhere share many of the same concerns. The community she founded has helped thousands of people find a way to not just survive, but thrive, and this book will do the same for you.How to Be a Happy Single Parent will help you build a life that is right for you, and your children. From surviving the first few weeks to moving on, through legal matters, co-parenting negotiations or finding a helping hand as a solo parent and into dating and navigating work, this book will take you step-by-step through the first few days, weeks, months and years of your new life.This book is for all single parents: the co-parents, the widow/erTrade ReviewI wish I had this book when I was starting out as a solo mother - I know it will help so many -- Natalie ImbrugliaA brilliant, comforting and much-needed handbook for those navigating the many ups and (some) downs of single parenting -- Helen Thorn * bestselling author of Get Divorced, Be Happy *The inclusive guide for everyone whose family doesn't look the way they thought it would. -- James Hunt (@storiesaboutautism)

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Book SynopsisA compulsively readable tale of betrayal from a woman who suspects she married a psychopath.

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Book SynopsisThis highly anticipated second edition of Splitting is fully revised and updated, and includes new chapters on abuse, alienation, and false allegations; as well as information about the four types of domestic violence, protective orders, and child custody disputes. Are you divorcing someone who’s making the process as difficult as possible? Are they sending you nasty emails, falsifying the truth, putting your children in the middle, abusing you, or abusing the system? Are they “persuasive blamers,” manipulating and fooling court personnel to get them on their side? If so, you need this book. For more than ten years, Splitting has served as the ultimate guide for people divorcing a high conflict person, one who often has borderline or narcissistic (or even antisocial) personality disorder. Among other things, it has saved readers thousands of dollars, helped them keep custody of their children, and effectively guided them through a difficult legal and emotional process. Written by a family law attorney and therapist, and the author of Stop Walking on Eggshells, Splitting is an essential legal and psychological guide for anyone divorcing a persuasive blamer: someone who suffers from borderline personality disorder (BPD), narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), and/or antisocial personality disorder (ASPD). This second edition includes new information about antisocial personalities; expanded information about domestic violence, child abuse, alienation, and false allegations; how to approach protective orders and deal with child custody disputes; and a new chapter on how to successfully present your case to decision makers. Turn to this guide to help you: ·Predict what your spouse may do or say in court ·Take control of your case with assertiveness and strategic thinking ·Choose a lawyer who understands your case ·Learn how e-mails and social networking can be used against you If you need help navigating a high-conflict divorce from a manipulative spouse, this book includes all of the critical information you need to work through the process of divorce in an emotionally balanced, productive way.

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Book Synopsis'The man who coaches husbands on how to avoid divorce' The New York Times 'One husband's confession you might be tempted to hand to your other half next time he does something infuriating' Daily Mail 'Could genuinely help save a few rocky marriages' Literary Review One night during his divorce, after one too many vodkas and a phone-in-therapist's advice to 'journal his feelings,' Matthew Fray started a blog. As he tried to piece together how his ex-wife went from adoring to angry he realised that even though he was a decent guy, he was kind of a bad husband. From the raw, uncomfortable and darkly humorous stories he shared about the lessons he's learned from his failed marriage comes this strangely hopeful guide to saving relationships. This is How Your Marriage Ends offers immediately actionable advice to help readers identify toxic behaviour patterns in their own lives, and break them out of the cycles of dysfunction that ruin relationships. This is a must-read for people in any stage of a relationship, whether it's near the beginning or nearing the end. Good people can be bad partners - here's how to ensure that isn't you.Trade ReviewFray's insight is to realise that the substance of the dispute isn't that important - it was his reaction to his ex-wife's reaction to the dirty dishes that, over time, hollowed out their marriage ... Makes me want to try harder in future * The Times *One husband's confession you might be tempted to hand to your other half next time he does something infuriating * Daily Mail *Fray's disarming personality and the sharing of his own story make people feel like they're not being judged ... His stark message: Don't end up like me * The New York Times *The nuggets of good sense in this book could genuinely help save a few rocky marriages * Literary Review *A fascinating book ... definitely worth a read * Woman's Own *Hard-hitting * Telegraph *Offers a frank and refreshingly modern view, one that never makes dated, flippant assumptions about love languages or Venus and Mars ... [Has] resonance for anyone who's ever had a broken heart - or labored to keep one from cracking -- Salon.comShares how the small things have big repercussions * Grazia *Funny and poignant ... a beautiful exposition on partnerships, love, and unpaid labor -- Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair PlayHugely resonant * Metro *It's hard to quibble with Fray's central message - that men could learn to "suck less" at marriage by becoming more attentive to their partners' feelings * Financial Times *Transformational -- Zoe Blaskey, The Motherkind podcastAn important book! Especially for men ... He shines two lights, a black light over why marriages fail but also sunlight by injecting hope and encouraging couples to take ownership -- John Kim, bestselling author of Single On PurposeReveals why we (men and women) get it wrong so often and what we can do to fix it ... Entertaining, honest, and truly practical -- Justin Baldoni, bestselling author of Man Enough: Undefining My MasculinitySobering and inspiring, heartbreaking and hilarious ... gets to the root of questions that can make or break a life partnership. Read it, heed it, act on it - for yourself and for the one you love -- Warren Berger, bestselling author of A More Beautiful QuestionPuts words to the human experience in a way that allows us to feel not only witnessed, but also to have hope rise from our all-too-common relational tragedies -- Mark Groves, Human Connection Specialist and Founder of Create the Love

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Book SynopsisFunny, judgement-free and full of brilliant first-hand advice, this empowering guide will help anyone ditch their controlling partner to find freedom and happiness.'Will help so many learn to recognize what an abusive relationship is' – Mel B, Patron of Women's AidAre you forever finding yourself in the stranglehold of controlling companions? Well, fear not, because once you’ve finished reading this book, you’ll be able to wave ta-ta to unhappy and unhealthy relationships for good. Consider me the Psycho Sprucer, Bad Boy Buster, the Hot Mess Assessor – ready to leave your love life sparkling.How to Leave Your Psychopath is a candid account of the complex, subtle nature of coercive control and abusive relationships from comedian Maddy Anholt, who – until her eyes were opened – had spent her entire dating life trapped in them.Relatable and accessible, the book covers all the common techniques these toxic twerps use to exert control, including gaslighting, breadcrumbing and negging. This book is the ultimate handbook to help you see and respond to red flags, recognize controlling traits, and learn to give any prospective date a score on Maddy's unique 'Psychometer', from super-empath to psychopath.Vitally, by interweaving psychological insight and autobiographical anecdotes, Maddy shows you the road to self-discovery, leading you on the path to safer dating and a healthier, more joyful life.'I read it all in one sitting, it is brilliant! This book is so relatable and Maddy's funny and engaging approach starts serious conversations' – Teresa Parker, Women's AidTrade ReviewAs someone who has experienced coercive control myself, I know that speaking out is brave but so important. Maddy talks about this very serious issue in an extremely human often even funny way which I think is brilliant because it helps remove the fear and shame, and will help so many learn to recognise what an abusive relationship is. -- Melanie Brown ('Mel B'), Patron of Women's AidMaddy Anholt has written the ultimate guide to identifying the psychopath in your life. Combining scientific analysis with throat-tightening memoir, read this and extradite yourself from the power players. Taut, terrifying, terrific. -- Nichi Hodgson, author of The Curious History of DatingHow To Leave Your Psychopath is like sitting in a room with your girlfriends comparing relatable, crushing stories about cruel exes whilst cheerleading each other on to leave, heal, and live again. -- Chimene Suleyman, writer and editor of The Good Immigrant USAI read it all in one sitting, it is brilliant! This book is so relatable, really well written and Maddy's funny and engaging approach starts serious conversations about what a healthy relationship is. -- Teresa Parker, Women's AidThis book is visceral, candid, and insightful, Maddy Anholt is an exceptional writer, who has crafted a book on relationships that is not only very funny but also extremely heartfelt. -- Giles Paley-Phillips, author of One Hundred and Fifty-Two Days and Blank: Why It's Fine to Falter and Fail, and How to Pick Yourself Up AgainA humorous take on a serious subject: the insidious and dangerous effect of the controlling men who destroy the physical and mental well being of the women they seek to diminish. -- Cherie Blair QC, Patron of Refuge

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Book SynopsisHey! I think you should know that there is nothing your parents are more proud of... than YOU!'This simple graphic story helps children whose parents are separating to feel better. The book says why some parents have to live in different places, reminds the child how special they are to both parents, and reassures them that both parents will keep looking after them, and love them just as before.Getting to the heart of what children need to hear in what can be a confusing time, the story lets your child know that they are loved and safe, and that this will not change. Ideal for children aged 3-7.Trade ReviewA difficult subject sensitively handled. Chandler uses gentle humour to show that change doesn't have to be feared. -- David O’Connell, author of 'Jampires' and 'When I'm a Monster Like You, Dad!’A sweet and thoughtful picture book that helps children to deal with their family separating. -- Peter Bunzl, author of 'Cogheart’ and ‘ Moonlocket’In this straightforward and reassuring resource, British comics creator Chandler addresses children directly, underscoring the consistence of parental love amid separation or divorce. The artwork features a family of three jellybean-shaped, candy-colored creatures. The parents are shown arguing and sitting apart from each other on the sofa: 'They realized that if they stayed living in the same place, things would get very unhappy for everyone.' Though separate homes may seem scary or sad, Chandler maintains that both parents will 'see you lots' and 'take you to fun places,' making the book best suited to families where those statements are true. The characters' lack of gender or ethnicity allows them to speak to a broad audience. Ages 3-7. (Oct.) -- Publishers WeeklyAnything that helps young children cope with traumatic times in their lives is really valuable, and the simple approach of this reassuring book is perfect for 3 to 5 year olds. It shows, through straightforward text and attractive graphic images, why some parents have to live in different places. Despite that, children remain special to both parents; the story reassures them that both parents will keep looking after them, and love them just as before. The love parents retain for children is paramount in the book. -- Parents in TouchThis lovely picture book is written for very young children whose parents are separating. It is illustrated with gender-neutral drawings, in which people are represented by shapes, so that neither the child nor either parent has a definite gender. The reason parents might separate and the feelings this may cause are simply and lovingly portrayed in a positive way. This is a gentle but honest approach to a difficult subject, which will enable parents to commence communication with their child and with confidence. -- Youth In MindSo even though your parents don't agree on everything, the one thing they are both sure of is that you are amazing...and they both love you with all their hearts.'The one thing I am sure of is that this is the best book of its kind for young children that I have seen so far! It's a very difficult subject to put into words, and for word-lacking parents it will prove very special indeed. -- Elizabeth Schlenther, HealthyBooks.org.ukA simple and comforting book for young children that helps explain the reasons parents decide to live apart. Focuses on the message that the child is loved above all else, to help ease worries and fears the experience may bring up.Very simple, abstract characters and no gender specific pronouns allow this book to be used by a broad range of families. By focusing on how much the child is loved, and how both parents will still be around even though things will be different gives the book a positive tone, while explaining a difficult topic. -- Little ParachutesTable of ContentsYou Make Your Parents Super Happy! - the story

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Book SynopsisThe end of a relationship doesn't have to mean despair. Discover how to move past separation and embrace independence, positivity, authenticity and new beginnings.This book is for you whether you're in limbo on the brink of separation, you've just separated, or you're divorced and struggling to move forwards. Split into 111 uplifting learnings, The Soul-Soaring Virtues of Separation draws on Amy's own experience and combines self-help with the Law of Attraction - the idea that we can attract positivity into our lives - to help you create a present and future you're excited to live. Discover how separation can be one of the most positive experiences in life and the gateway to fulfilling your true potential. Begin to put yourself first. Be nice to you. Choose to be joyful today.

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Book SynopsisAre you feeling broken, perhaps in pieces, not knowing which way to turn? Separation and divorce often catch us at our most vulnerable, at a time when we're especially in need of impartial, solid counsel in order to decide on the best course of action for us. This book's been written by a group of professionals, with many decades of experience in working with separating and divorcing clients. They have worked together to give you an insight into the steps that may be available to you, to answer some frequently asked questions and to offer reassurance that things will get better in time. Sections on family law, mediation, finance, mortgages, mental health and wellbeing are here for you to dip into as and when you need. It's Your Divorce Handbook - It's What You Do Next That Counts.

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Book SynopsisA valuable resource for parents who are transitioning from being married with children to co-parenting together, this handbook will help ensure kids and co-parents thrive. Parents need help to confidently take on the challenges of guiding children through divorce or separation and raising them skillfully in two homes. The authors, both trusted divorce and co-parenting coaches, provide the road map for all family members to safely navigate the difficult emotional terrain through separation/divorce and beyond. Addressing parents' questions about the emotional impact of separation, conflict, grief, and recovery, the authors share their well-tested and reassuring guidance on how to move from angry, hurt partners to constructive, successful co-parents who are able to put their children's needs first. Chock-full of strategies to help resolve day-to-day issues, create boundaries, and establish guidelines.Trade Review"An impressive guide for couples who are divorced or undergoing one. The book details the challenges of raising kids in two different homes with two separate beliefs, rules and how to address those challenges. For couples who are struggling with parenthood after divorce, this is one of the best co-parenting books." -Anna Penenberg, author of Dancing in the Narrows: A Mother-Daughter Odyssey Through Chronic Illness "This book is thorough while also being concise and easy to understand. Kudos to the authors for taking such a big topic and making it accessible and applicable to real life." -Divorce Proofing "A brilliant book that has been needed for a long time . . . Bonnell stresses the importance of putting the child's needs first, putting one's own ego to the side, and co-parenting without being swallowed by the emotional chaos." -Mother "When parents are separated or divorced, they face unique challenges while raising children. However, co-parents can still create healthy family dynamics even if the kids live in more than one home." -New Day Northwest "Bring co-parents together." -DivorcedMoms.com "The Co-Parenting Handbook by Karen Bonnell is a guide to raising well-adjusted kids affected by divorce or separation." -Pagosa Daily Post "The Co-Parenting Handbook helps parents confidently tackle the tough road ahead together as a family." -ParentMap "This book by Karen Bonnell is a practical manual for parents who may be raising children in two separate households ... in a kid-friendly way." -425 Magazine

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Book SynopsisUpdated to commemorate its 20th anniversary, this classic resource further explores the effects of grief and sheds new light on how to begin to take effective actions to complete the grieving process and work towards recovery and happiness.Incomplete recovery from grief can have a lifelong negative effect on the capacity for happiness. Drawing from their own histories as well as from others'', the authors illustrate how it is possible to recover from grief and regain energy and spontaneity. Based on a proven program, The Grief Recovery Handbook offers grievers the specific actions needed to move beyond loss. New material in this edition includes guidance for dealing with:  Loss of faith  Loss of career and financial issues  Loss of health  Growing up in an alcoholic or dysfunctional homeThe Grief Recovery Handbook is a groundbreaking, classic handbook that everyone should have in

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Book SynopsisThrough therapists and word-of-mouth, thousands have discovered this formerly out-of-print classic. This is because abandonment — stemming from divorce, breakups, death, or the loss of friendship, health, a job, or a dream — is a challenge faced in every life. No other workbook so directly and practically addresses this issue. Readers learn to face five stages — shattering, withdrawal, internalizing, rage, and lifting — with concrete recovery tools, including discovering and healing old, underlying issues; identifying self-defeating behaviors of mistrust and insecurity; and building self-esteem. While healing from heartbreak and freedom from pain are the goals of most sufferers, readers also lay the foundation for experiencing a renewed, perhaps better-than-ever, sense of self and a profound ability to love and be loved.

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Book SynopsisThis book will inform and empower women who have decided to divorce, or are deciding whether to do so.It will give them the `heads up` on what to expect, and the confidence to manage and control the formidable process; from the first meeting with a solicitor to the financial implications, the court processes, communication with the `ex`, and managing children, family and friends.It offers guidance on living arrangements and emotional aspects, and on the characteristics of `extreme` divorces including violence, harassment, custody battles, non-compliance and aggressive financial deprivation.Trade ReviewProvides help and support through what is, undoubtedly, one of the most stressful life events one can experience. - The Times

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Book SynopsisWhen a marriage ends, the most important thing divorcing parents can do is to help their children through this difficult transition and remain united as parents even if they are no longer united as a couple. In Parenting Apart divorce coach Christina McGhee offers practical advice on how to help children adjust and thrive during and after separation and divorce. She looks at all the different issues parents may face with their children of different ages, offering immediate solutions to the most critical parenting problems divorce brings, including:When to tell your children about the divorce and what to say How to create a loving, secure home if your child doesn''t live with you full timeWhat to do if your child is angry or sadHow to manage the legal system, including information on family law and issues of custodyHow to deal with a difficult ex This is an invaluable resource that offers parents quick access to the information you most Trade ReviewThis indispensable resource should be placed in the hands of every separated and divorced parent * Jack Canfield, Co-author of Chicken Soup for the Single Parent’s Soul *Parenting Apart is the book every child wishes their divorced parents would read * Amy McCready, Parenting expert and founder of Positive Parenting Solutions *

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Book Synopsis''There is warmth and heart aplenty in this delicately told story'' Daily MailMoving back in with her dad was not part of Kate''s plan. Blindsided by her husband''s affair and the break-up of their family, Kate must balance the needs of three very different children - solo.Seven-year-old Bobby is having meltdowns at school. Eighteen-year-old Luke vows that he''ll never speak to his father again. And sweet middle-child Jess, always the peacemaker, is just trying to cheer everyone up as best she can.But when Jess is diagnosed with cancer, Kate''s resilience is put to the ultimate test. She knows she has to put aside her own hurt and do what is best for her little girl. But maybe doing the right thing means doing the unthinkable?''A heart-warming and a heart-breaking story, beautifully written and sensitive ... compelling'' Woman''s Way''A fascinating exploration of difficult subjects ... Moriarty writes with compelTrade ReviewAnother page-turner by the always reliable Moriarty * Mail on Sunday *Gripping and heartfelt tale * Sunday World *A heart-warming and a heart-breaking story, beautifully written and sensitive . . . compelling * Woman's Way *A fascinating exploration of difficult subjects . . . Moriarty writes with compelling authority * Irish Times *There is warmth and heart aplenty in this delicately told story * Irish Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisThe No Kids in the Middle (Kinderen uit de Knel) intervention programme addresses high-conflict divorce through a multi-family approach. This first English language edition contains descriptions of the therapeutic sessions, references to a homework book (van der Est et al.) for parents and their network, along with extra information about the theoretical foundations of the programme.The book starts with theoretical foundations and a summary of the scientific research behind the methodology before moving on to focus on the methodology of the intervention programme per session, with detailed descriptions of each therapeutic session. Through these session descriptions, the authors demonstrate how the theory of the methodology can be put into practice within a group setting. The methodology is also conveyed in such a way that the key pillars and themes are clear, with a best-practice framework clearly demonstrated. Yet at the same time, the authors leave room for customization deTrade Review"This book provides an incredibly comprehensive, yet rich and sophisticated guide to working with families using the No Kids in the Middle programme. van Lawick and Visser describe the innovative approach and its theoretical underpinnings with clarity, while sensitively addressing the many complexities of working with high conflict separated parents and their children. In the same way that the program aims to help parents, this book will help professionals to see new possibilities for approaching familiar difficulties and finding new solutions with the families they support."Emma Morris, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Anna Freud National Center for Children and Families, LondonThis positive and creative contribution is the culmination of years of endeavour and practice by experienced therapists and clinicians in the complex arena of conflictual divorce and its consequences for children and their families. It stands as a shining example of effective practice that counteracts the ongoing unproductive conflicts between family members and their networks. In van Lawick and Visser’s approach, children become allies to change, rather than victims of conflict between parents, and their voices are strengthened through group participation. The elegance of this approach is how, in time, parents listen, hear, and are moved by the words of their children and become prepared to respond in more constructive ways as they try to manage life after divorce. The No Kids in the Middle programme is an expression of hope, creativity and resilience that deserves to be promoted widely in organizations offering a post divorce service particularly where adversarial approaches have failed to reach a liveable resolution for all involved." Jim Wilson, UKCP Systemic Family Therapy supervisor, author and international trainer in family therapy"When children get caught up right in the middle of their parents’ chronic and acrimonious conflicts, their mental health is often severely compromised. Creative and effective, this highly innovative approach puts children back in the centre of parental concerns. Essential reading for therapists and parents alike!"Eia Asen, Professor, Anna Freud Centre and University College LondonTable of Contents1. Introduction; Part 1: Theory and Research; 2. Theoretical Basis; 3. Scientific Research; Part 2: Practice; 4. Methodology Outline; 5. The Keystones; 6. Intake and Referral; 7. The Network Meeting; 8. The Parent Group; 9. The Children’s Group; Epilogue; Appendices

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Book SynopsisSurviving and Thriving in Stepfamily Relationships draws on current research, a wide variety of clinical modalities, and thirty years of clinical work with stepfamily members to describe the special challenges stepfamilies face. The book presents the concept of stepfamily architecture and the five challenges it creates, and delineates three different levels of strategiesâpsychoeducation, building interpersonal skills, and intrapsychic workâfor meeting those challenges in dozens of different settings. The model is designed to be useful both to stepfamily members themselves and to a wide variety of practitioners, from a highly trained clinician who needs to know how and when to work on all three levels, to a school counselor or clergy person who may work on the first two levels but refer out for level three. It will also be useful to educators, judges, mediators, lawyers and medical personnel who will practice on the first level, but need to understand the other two to guide their work.Trade Review"Surviving and Thriving in Stepfamily Relationships is the best clinical book ever written on the topic. Period. It is unique in recognizing the variety of forms of modern stepfamilies and their different treatment needs. And no one writes as eloquently and knowledgeably as Papernow about both the problematic patterns of stepfamilies and the rich variety of helpful interventions available to therapists. This compelling book should be part of the curriculum of every graduate training program and should be read by any therapist who works with couples and families."—Alan S. Gurman, PhD, visiting professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and clinical professor of psychology at the Family Institute at Northwestern University"This is a long awaited and extremely important book that is destined to be a classic. Written by a pioneer in the field who is in her fourth decade of studying and treating stepfamilies, it is a remarkable achievement filled with wisdom both for those who help stepfamilies and for those who live in them. It both authoritative, including all the relevant research, and engaging, sprinkled with clear and well-written examples and practical advice. It is also comprehensive, covering stepfamilies of different ethnicities, sexual orientations, stages of development, and suggesting interventions at a variety of levels. I recommend it to all my students and stepfamily clients."—Richard Schwartz, PhD, developer of the Internal Family Systems model "With Surviving and Thriving in Stepfamily Relationships Patricia Papernow has written a book that does justice to the complex issues involved here while at the same time being readable, accessible, down-to-earth, and most important, practical and chock full of what to do and how to do it in the face of problems and crises. This book is a great resource for both families and the clinical practitioners seeking to help them effectively. I highly recommend it to both groups."—Diana Fosha, PhD, developer of AEDP (Accelerated Experiential-Dynamic Psychotherapy) and author of The Transforming Power of Affect“The book, and the outline of the stepfamily cycle, gives readers an organized way to identify challenges and find ways around them. Some chapters also offer tips on interpersonal skills and ways to openly communicate. …[H]ers is an easy-to-read book that can help clinicians as well as family members begin to understand the complex nature of stepfamilies. And, hopefully, help them begin to work together.”— Tamara Hill, MS, Psychcentral.comTable of ContentsThe Families Key to Genograms List of Figures Acknowledgements Part I: Laying the Foundation for Stepfamily Architecture 1. A Map for Stepfamilies 2. What Makes Stepfamilies Different? Part II: The Five Challenges 3. The First Challenge: Insider/Outsider Positions are Intense and Stuck 4. The Second Challenge: Children Struggle With Losses, Loyalty Binds, and Too Much Change 5. The Third Challenge: Parenting Tasks Polarize the Adults 6. The Fourth Challenge: Creating a New Family Culture 7. The Fifth Challenge: Ex-Spouses are Part of the Family Part III: Four "Diverse" Stepfamilies 8. Stepfamilies Headed by Lesbian and Gay Couples 9. African American Stepfamilies: Strengths We Can Learn From 10. The Challenges for Latino Stepfamilies 11. New Wrinkles: Later Life Cycle Stepfamilies Part IV: Stepfamilies Over Time 12. The Stepfamily Cycle: Normal Stages of Stepfamily Development 13. Six Patterns of Becoming a Stepfamily Part V: Helping Stepfamilies Thrive 14. Level I: A Tool Box for Psychoeducation 15. Level II: A Tool Box for Interpersonal Skills 16. Level III: A Tool Box for Intrapsychic Work Becoming a Stepfamily is a Process, Not an Event Working with Stepfamily Members Over Time Conclusion Endnotes References

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContentsIntroduction 11Part One: What Happens Next?Chapter 1 Seeking Support 20Chapter 2 When it’s Hard to… 50Chapter 3 Talking about Divorce and Separation 72Chapter 4 Coping with the Day-to-day 82Chapter 5 Taking Time Out 88Part Two: Moving ForwardChapter 6 Separating Lives 98Chapter 7 Family 113Chapter 8 Your Ex-spouse or Partner 124Chapter 9 What to Do about Social Media 135Chapter 10 What to Do about Wedding Items 142Chapter 11 What to Do about the Practicalities of Separation 148Part Three: Moving OnChapter 12 Emotions 156Chapter 13 Combining Past and Present 175Chapter 14 When Other People’s Lives Move On 185Chapter 15 Difficult Dates of the Year 201Chapter 16 Intimacy 216Chapter 17 New Beginnings 229

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Book SynopsisAdvances and Techniques in Restoration Therapy focuses on the practical elements of the Restoration Therapy Model to help mental health professionals working with individuals, couples, and families, to restore broken identities and senses of safety, and to move toward action that is functional and healing. Richly illustrated with case examples from experienced clinicians, this volume brings new insights and a range of established and emerging therapeutic techniques to the framework and Restoration Therapy community. This is an innovative and much-needed step-by-step manual, which will provide marriage and family therapists and counselors with practical ways of applying key interventions to varied situations of pain, to help clients find functional, healing solutions with integrity. Trade Review"Is there another book that is so inspiring, practical, humane, and creative, all at the same time? Systemic therapy has been begging for a model that uncovers love, safety, and the virtuous truth within every person! Hargrave and colleagues have surprises on every page. Interventions for children, Asian-Americans, and those with personality disorders illustrate the versatility of restoration therapy. These thoughtful questions and transcripts demonstrate how mindfulness cycles liberate our families from pain and conflict."—Suzanne Midori Hanna, PhD, LMFT, senior scholar at the Hiebert Institute, instructor at Capella University and Touro University Worldwide, and author of The Practice of Family Therapy: Key Elements Across Models, 5th Edition"This excellent new edition uses facts from neuroscience to explain how humans process and then relive their individual pain cycle. From there, the book provides therapists with a guide to helping clients move into the peace cycle, using diagrams, cases and dialogue to learn and perfect their skill. Beginners and seasoned therapists that desire a model that resonates with family therapy will find the book easy to follow and the work rewarding to practice."—Linda Metcalf, PhD, LMFT, LPC, director of graduate counseling programs at Texas Wesleyan University"If you are not yet familiar with the new kid on the block, restoration therapy, you are in for a treat. Hargrave and colleagues have created a contemporary model based on the wisdom of attachment theory and contextual therapy. This sequel goes deeper into the theory with the bonus of practical interventions to move a client to truth and healing. I highly recommend this work to enhance your inner work as well as that of your clients."—Jackie L. Halstead, PhD, LMFT, CEO of the Selah Center for Spiritual FormationTable of ContentsPreface I. The Restoration Therapy Model 1. Understanding the Patterns of Pain 2. Finding Truth and the Peace Cycle II. Advances, Techniques, and Interventions 3. Organization, Sequence, and Structure 4. Interventions to Identify Truth and Expand Emotional Regulation 5. The Truth About Safety 6. Practice, Self-Control, and Mindfulness III. Considerations in Restoration Therapy 7. Working with Restoration Therapy with Special Populations and Situations 8. Questions and Answers Regarding Restoration Therapy

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Book Synopsis''The poster girl for divorce.'' The Times''If you''ve ever had your heart broken (and who hasn''t) Rosie Green''s How to Heal a Broken Heart is your best friend. Honest, comforting and hopeful.'' MARIAN KEYES''I love Rosie Green''s writing.'' ELIZABETH DAY''Brilliant. One of the few books that I''ve found that really describes what a broken heart feels like. It touched so many nerves.'' VANESSA FELTZ''It reduced me to tears.'' EMMA BARNETT, Woman''s Hour, BBC Radio 4''It wasn''t a conscious uncoupling. I had my heart ripped out and stamped on.''When Rosie Green''s husband walked out after 26 years together, he declined to leave a forwarding address. Instead, he left a devastated woman who turned into someone she barely recognised: unable to eat or sleep, and so desperate to keep her family together she''d sacrifice her sense of self - and her dignity.She thought s

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Book SynopsisIn 2014 a media storm erupted when Gwyneth Paltrow announced her separation from Chris Martin, describing it as a harmonious and mutual ''conscious uncoupling'' and the term entered the world''s vocabulary overnight. Coined and created by relationship expert Katherine Woodward Thomas, the expression ''conscious uncoupling'' has become synonymous with a divorce where both partners accept that they each played a role in the breakup and, in particular, are looking to co-parent in a functional and healthy way in the future. The Conscious Uncoupling 5 Step Process is designed to support separating couples through the thorny terrain of a breakup, helping them to consciously complete a relationship in ways that leave all involved whole, healthy and well, and optimistic about future relationships. CONSCIOUS UNCOUPLING offers a new paradigm for divorcing couples and is set to become a classic in the genre.

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Book SynopsisIf you are going through a painful breakup or divorce, you may feel like the life you once knew is crashing down around you. You need help to gather the pieces and "rebuild" yourself from the ground up. Rebuilding features Bruce Fisher's "divorce process rebuilding blocks," a proven-effective, nineteen-step process for putting one's life back together after divorce.Now the most widely-used approach to divorce recovery, the "rebuilding" model makes the process healthier and less traumatic for those who are divorcing or divorced-and their children. Over two decades of research and practice are combined with feedback from hundreds of thousands of men and women who have used the book on their own, or in one of thousands of Fisher divorce recovery seminars worldwide.This book also includes Fisher's detailed Healing Separation model-the first of its kind to offer couples a healing alternative to the usual slide from separation to divorce. This fourth edition, revised with the assistance of psychologist and marriage and family therapist Robert Alberti, continues Bruce's tradition of straight-to-the-heart response to the needs of his clients and readers.If you've been struggling to rebuild your life after a divorce, this book offers just the right balance of shoulder-to-cry-on and kick-in-the-pants self-help!

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