The Perks and Pitfalls of Caffeine Brew-tally Honest Perk up, coffee lovers. We’re about to spill the beans on how the beloved brew can be a friend and foe to our mental health. Caffeine can lift our spirits, energize us, sharpen our focus, and even counteract the effects of depression. But this popular stimulant can also lead to jitters, anxiety, and withdrawal symptoms if we sip too much. Grab a cup of Joe, and let’s explore the perks and pitfalls of this flavorful fuel. BUZZ BEHIND THE BOOST Studies have found that moderate doses of caffeine can have perks. This naturally occurring stimulant can help with weight loss, alertness, brain function, memory, and physical performance. Caffeine can also guard against certain types of cancer, strokes, and Alzheimer’s disease. There’s even proof that coffee can reduce depression, thanks to the other acids in the drink that reduce inflamed nerve cells in the brains of people with depression. BUZZ KILL Caffeine can be a needed pick-me-up, but it can also feed the grind that keeps you up at night or gives you anxiety. Tea and coffee can interfere with essential
neurotransmitters like dopamine. This disruption can lead to a lack of motivation, irritability, and restlessness. Drinking too much of these fine brews can make you nervous, impact your sleep, and cause your body to go into flight or fight mode. For people who are already suffering from depression, the drink can cause your symptoms to worsen. So, as you drink your morning java, just remember to find the balance with the beans. Caffeine can be the ultimate mood booster, but too much will make you feel wired instead of wonderful!
Shattered Shelters
The Divorce Dilemma of Domestic Violence
Divorce can occur for many reasons, but domestic violence is one of the most common — and most devastating — reasons behind a marriage’s dissolution. In addition to severely affecting the abused partner, a domestic violence situation can dramatically impact the physical safety and mental health of children. It can also complicate divorce proceedings, influencing everything from asset division to access to the family home. Here is an overview of how domestic abuse plays into divorce proceedings in Illinois. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFINED The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women classifies domestic violence as “a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner.” This definition includes “physical, sexual, emotional, economic, psychological, or technological actions or threats of actions or other patterns of coercive behavior that influence another person within an intimate partner relationship.” BLAME AND BURDEN Because Illinois is a no-fault state, neither blame nor fault needs to be proven to obtain a divorce. As such, domestic violence is not considered grounds for divorce on its own; however, it can significantly impact how a case unfolds. For example, an abused spouse could request a protection order, which could prevent the aggressor from
accessing certain shared assets, including the home. If a child is also a victim of domestic violence, the court may order
supervised visitation or even deny the abusive spouse any parenting time. In some cases, the spouse who is awarded the more significant share of parenting time as a result of domestic violence may be entitled to receive child support to help cover the added responsibilities. THE POWER OF PROOF
Due to the serious nature of a domestic violence accusation and the potential consequences for the accused, it is essential to present tangible proof. Evidence could include police reports, medical reports, photographs, videos, texts, and emails. Preserving these items may be critical to demonstrating to the court that abuse occurred. For more information on your legal rights, please contact us at (312) 488-1938 . If you are the victim of domestic violence, help is available by calling the Chicago Domestic Violence Hotline at (877) 863-6338 (1-877-TO END DV) .
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