Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Divorce
By Christina McGhee | Kids need reassuring but honest information about how their lives will be changing. Talk with your children in a direct way, using clear language.
The Children’s Bill of Rights in Divorce
By Robert Emery | During and after separation and divorce, kids should have the right to love and be loved by both of their parents without feeling guilt or disapproval. They should be protected from their parents’ conflicts.
The Alienated Child: Commentary on the Intensity of Rejection and an Elaboration of the Therapeutic Team Approach
By Maddy Cacciatore | Children who are alienated from one of their parents may be projecting a lot of their pain onto the rejected parent. Helping them may take a team effort.
Your Child’s Graduation After a Divorce
By Virginia Colin | Separate celebrations with two sides of a divorced family get old for some kids and some young adults. Can co-parents celebrate together?
Recognizing Children’s Divorce Behavior Can Prevent Custody Battles
By Michael Aurit, JD, MDR | Parents often misinterpret the ways children act during divorce. These misunderstandings can lead to destructive custody battles. Mediation is constructive.