The Effects of Divorce on Children

The reason for divorce will determine whether or not you should stay in the marriage for the sake of your children.

Is it estrangement or Parental Alienation? Parental Alienation results from a parent actively working at causing hard feelings between a child and parent. Estrangement results from a parent behaving badly toward his/her children which, in return causes the children to cut off contact.

Kids and divorce don't mix! Parents who aren't able to put their kids first during divorce let their kids down. Do you know how to parent during a divorce?

Children who live with domestic abuse in the home are more likely to develop health and psychological problems as adults. They are more likely to be abused or become abusers themselves later in life.

Discipline helps us teach our children values and morals. Some that is even more important if a child's family falls apart.

Should you stay married for the sake of your children? In my opinion, yes. I believe that as parents we all have a moral and ethical obligation to put the needs of our children before our needs.

I often hear parents say their children are "resilient" when talking about the negative effects their divorce will have. I always find it interesting that these parents are giving their children more credit than they give themselves. In most situations these are people who have found themselves "unhappy" or "unfulfilled" in their marriage.

Divorce information, that is what we all want once the decision to divorce is made. We research divorce laws, support guidelines and spousal support. Based on statistics very few search for divorce information for parents.

Parents who are facing divorce have a difficult time, but one of the major concerns is how to lead their children through the process in a healthy way so that they feel loved, nurtured, and protected.

Marital discord can be frightening to everyone involved—especially to the children of divorcing parents.

The process of divorce can have long lasting effects on children. How can you help them get through the process without any negative effect?

Don't let your fear and concern get in the way of you talking to your child about your divorce. Your child should be told quickly with love, kindness and concern for their feelings.

There are many myths about children and divorce. For example, children aren't as "resilient" as we believe and divorce can have life long negative consequences.

Nine things every parent should be aware of during divorce. If you want to help your child cope with your divorce don't do these nine things!