Is it permissible to break one's fast during the day in Ramadan for fear of emotional distress during a court hearing concerning child custody?

Fasting Ramadan (definition) is obligatory for every accountable and capable Muslim. Breaking the fast is not permissible except for a legitimate Shar’i excuse, such as travel, illness, or menstruation. Going to a judge to solve a problem is not an excuse for breaking the fast, and fasting has no relation to anger. Rather, the fasting person should be characterized by calmness, good manners, and self-control. Fasting increases a Muslim's strength and steadfastness in facing problems.