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Teen Resources

Helping Teens Deal With Divorce (KidsHealth.org)

Divorce HeartThis article from the TeensHealth portion of KidHealth.org helps teens with various issues related to the divorce of parents.  It is packed with useful tips and information for teens going through the divorce of their parents.  It covers topics including:

  • Why are my parents divorcing?
  • Dealing with guilt and other emotions.
  • Life changes that come with divorce.
  • Ideas for making the divorce process easier.
  • Possible positive things that can come from divorce.

LINK: http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/Parents/divorce.html

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February 24, 2013by Wayne Stocks
Parent Resources

Advice For Parents Getting A Divorce (KidsHealth.org)

Tips For Divorcing ParentsFrom kidshealth.org, this article is intended to help parents who are currently going through a divorce. The article starts with the following honest assessment:

What’s the best way to help your family get through a divorce? Every situation — and every family — is different. But some stress reducing guidelines might make the adjustment a bit easier.

These suggestions can make the process less painful for kids, teens, and families. Parents will need to interpret them in their own ways; honesty, sensitivity, self-control, and time itself will help the healing process. Be patient — not everyone’s timetable is the same.

This article includes helpful advice for parents on:

  • Helping kids to manage their feelings.
  • Sheltering kids from adult arguments.
  • Keeping kids out of the middle.
  • Dealing with resistance to dating and remarriage.
  • Getting help

LINK: http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/talk/divorce.html

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February 24, 2013by Wayne Stocks

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