How Divorce Affects Children

Research on Kids of DivorceThe Unexpected Legacy of Divorce Bitter arguments, custody battles: How does divorce affect children years after their parents split?Renowned psychologist and best-selling author, Judith Wallerstein, has been looking f...

An eight-year-old does not have the ability to respond in a sophisticated emotional manner to the jarring upheaval of a divorce. ...

Dating After Divorce: What it Means for KidsDating: For Kids, the Death of a FantasyEva L. remembers the conversation she had with her two sons following one of their regular visits with herex-husband. Both boys were brimming with news about Dadd...

It's best to introduce a new boyfriend into your children's lives gradually, preferably while doing things with them outside your home. ...

Before custody matters can be settled, make sure you understand the challenges confronting children with ADHD. ...

It's quite common for a child to have lots of fears and anger when his parents divorce, and that can affect school performance. ...

In some cases, children will refuse to stay with the noncustodial parent. Here are some reasons why this might happen: A parent is not tuned in to the children's interests or is not actively involved with the children during their time together....

When a child worries that her parents may divorce, it's important to reassure her that she is loved. ...

Understandably, many children have difficulty studying after their parents divorce. Professional help is often needed. ...

One of the biggest challenges a mother can face is helping a child cope with an absentee father. ...

Reams and reams of research exist on the long-term effects of divorce on children, and on boys in particular. Some experts believe that divorce and life in a single-parent home permanently damages children, while others claim that children with ...

Explaining your divorce to your child can be tricky, particularly when your spouse is abusive. ...

A mother wants to know how she can improve her relationship with her daughter before the divorce is final. ...

The child of a divorcing couple is upset that her mother is already dating. ...

As always, your aim is to protect your children while being as open and honest as you can, given the circumstances and their ages and development. So, don't go into all the gory details. However, children who are told nothing about the reasons fo...

Is it a bad idea for kids to "hang out" with their dad at his lover's place? ...

What can you do when your child is placed in an unhealthy triangle between you and your ex? ...

A divorced father is upset that his daughter won't spend time with him. ...