CHILDREN of divorced parentsDIVORCED parentsDOMESTIC relationsCORONAVIRUS diseasesThe authors examine how the observed increase in mental health problems among teenagers has affected divorced and divorcing families as well as for professionals working in family law in the U.S. Topics include...
The combined data presented by Perrin showed that children whose parents are lesbian have no more problems than the rest of the children and actually may be more tolerant of differences, she says. There was suggestive evidence that there were more stresses due to the gender of same-sex parents...
Children of divorced parents have an increased risk of a variety of problems in comparison to children from intact families. Therefore, several intervention programs have been developed directed at children of divorced parents. Yet, empirical data on the effectiveness of these interventions are limited...
And it is no different for unmarried parents who are in custodial conflict. “Divorced parents still must fulfill their responsibilities to their kids, and in my view, children should have rights in divorced families,” says Robert Emery, Ph.D. and a professor of Psychology and...
You’ll be co-parents forever and you’ll want him or her on-side as much as possible. You want to minimise the conflict for the sake of the children. Nothing will fire conflict more than starting a relationship while you’re still in one, or while the other person you’re still ...
Experiencing the anguish that comes as a result of separated parents or divorced parents can be life-altering. Regardless of any bitter feelings you may have, respecting your former partner will set a positive example for your child or children. Kids need to feel a sense of unity, even if...
Coming from the child of divorced parents - thank god my parents got along because I know alot of my friends parents who did not. I am a totally more successful and well-rounded individual because my parents set aside their differences and knew what their main priority was - their c...
When Arizona State University psychologists followed 218 divorced families, they found that when children and their morns, or just the morns, attended special parent/child skill building classes, kids had fewer mental health problems, fewer behavioral problems, less drug, alcohol, and marijuana use,...
Looking for individual therapy with a child of divorced parents? Here are some credible options The best therapy for children of divorce depends on their individual needs and circumstances. However, some common types of therapy are: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): This helps children identify an...
According to Prof. Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, head of the Rackman Center, “The bill will help to efficiently enforce the visitation arrangements while putting the child at the center of concern. It will help parents internalize their joint obligation to raise their children even after the break-up...