Divorce is an event that affects not only the couple but also their children.Divorce do have a lasting effect on children,emotionallu,socially,academically and psychologically.Children of divorced parents often experience various sort of emotions,from sadness to anger to guilt to confusion and all.
the sense of loss is one of the impact it has on such children,they feel a deep sense of loss not just of the intact family but also of the security and stability that comes with a united family,such children become withdrawn,experience anxiety or depression.And the began suffering emotionally.
It(divorce)also affect children sense of identity and self-esteem.Children define themselves with their relations,and when that family is no more they struggle to adjust.They get ashamed and blame themselves feeling guilty,as they kept on wondering if they had been the reason for the divorce.
On the long run,this children get caught up in the middletorn between love and loyalty for each parent. They struggle as they wouldn't want to offend either party,they get distressed, which at the end they might end up getting blamed.
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Divorce affect children's academic performance,they experience difficulty concentrating,doing assignments,participating in activities.They get isolated,from their peers who might have used it(divorce)to talk down on them,or just get isolated from the fear of it.
It can also impact children's physical health,they have issues sleeping,they may also engage in unhealthy coping mechanisms such as substanve abuse which can have its consequences on physical and mental health.
Impact of divorce on children vary depending on some factors,such as age,personality amongst others,children who are younger have a very high chance of being more affected by the divorce.
With support,love,understanding and guidance,parents can help them through the divorce process so as to help them adjust to their new reality,ranging from maintaining a positive relationship to communicating openly and honestly, and also to providimg support.
By acknowledging the challenges and providing all that is needed (love,care,guidance,attention and support)parents can help their children through the divorce.
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