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Divorced parent relationships can have a negative affect on children. It does not have to be this way, however, and parents who strive to develop new relationships after a divorce not only have a right to do so, but can be successful as long as the parent takes into account the child’s feelings, perceptions and concerns. Author Barbara Desmarais shares her thoughts on this issue that over 40% of American parents face today.

Are Your Children Paying The Price For Your Bad Relationships?

I had a client recently who wanted to know if she could talk about her parents and in-laws with me. I told her that all aspects of our lives affect our children so of course she… Continue Reading

Divorce is difficult. There are no easy answers. It’s difficult managing your own emotions and handling your own personal matters, let alone handling your child’s concerns. Below are some coping factors that you may want to consider while helping you child. It’s always important to take into account your child’s age, child development, level of maturity and emotional stability before you discuss the follow with your child.
Is it possible for both parents meet with the child together?
Having the ability to meet together while discussing any issue, regarding your child, shows that you can still work together for the betterment of the child. The child sees that you are civil, respectful and sharing your concerns together.
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According to the United States Census Bureau, the divorce rate in the United States was slowly dropping in the early 1990s’. The U.S. divorce rate was about 48%. In this century, the divorce rate is around 38%. According to divorcemagazine.com, over one million children are involved in a new divorced family annually. It was once predicted (in the late 1970’s) that divorce would cripple the children of this nation with depression and mental illness. Even though divorce may leave many children feeling sad and helpless, the research is not showing that children are automatically scarred for life. The purpose of this section in Scott Counseling is to provide parents with information