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Definition Sole Custody - a form of custody in which one parent is awarded both physical and legal custody.

Application in Divorce In most divorces, it is the exception rather than the rule for sole custody to be awarded.

Sole custody is not normally used unless there is a compelling reason. In this arrangement, the noncustodial parent has no say in the upbringing of his or her child. The sole custodial parent makes all decisions concern school, friends, social activities -- everything and anything touching the life of the child.

Sole custody may also be limit the noncustodial parent to visitation under supervision.

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Issues to Negotiate in Custody
In establishing a parenting plan, here are nine basic areas divorcing couples must negotiate, regardless of who has custody:

1. Basic time sharing
2. Contact and physical visitation
3. Family birthdays
4. Holidays and "special" days
5. Religion
6. School
7. Activities
8. Going out
9. Privileges and discipline

Contributed on 8/1/2007 by: DivorceDex.com Staff
Category: Child Custody (Applicable in All States)
Helping Children Through Divorce
Divorced parents can help their children make adjustments by trying to imagine their own actions from the point of view of the child. Alos, teachers and children’s friends notice changes in behavior that indicate a child is having trouble coping with his or her parents’ divorce.

Contributed on 8/1/2007 by: DivorceDex.com Staff
Category: Parenting (Applicable in All States)

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