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Here are three of the best books, for women, about divorce and separation. These books help women get through the emotional ups and downs of the divorce process and teach women how to avoid mistakes in the future. Surviving Separation and Divorce Surviving Separation and Divorce, by Loriann Hoff Oberlin (Adams Media Corporation, 2005), gives friendly support to women who are undergoing the radical changes following separation, and offers help with navigating the most difficult time of a divorcing woman's life. Oberlin’s book talks about the drastic changes that most women go through during the first weeks of a separation. This is a story about a woman who refused to allow herself to be emotionally drained or physically weak, because she could not help her children if she staye...

Divorce therapy experts say it can be hard for friends and family members to find a way to help a man who is depressed after going through a divorce. The first step, for friends, is to learn about depression. The second step is to try to get the man to talk about his depression or to get him to seek help. Symptoms of Depression When a son, father, brother, boyfriend, or friend has gone through a divorce, it is often easy to see when he is going through a difficult time. On the other hand, some men are very adept at hiding their feelings and vulnerabilities from others. As per divorce therapy, in either case, there are signs and symptoms that concerned friends can learn to spot. Signs of depression Loss of interest in normal daily activities (isolation) Feeling sad or down ...

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Best books for women about divorce and separation

Divorce therapy: Understanding and coping a divorce, depression