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Graduate Research Papers

Medicine and Health Sciences

Children of divorced parents--Counseling of;

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The Effects Of Divorce On Children And Adolescents, Rachelle A. Haker Jan 2005

The Effects Of Divorce On Children And Adolescents, Rachelle A. Haker

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This research paper focuses on the effects of divorce on children and adolescents. Based on a review of literature, there are many short-term and long-term effects including emotional, behavioral, and physical issues. Children and adolescents vary in adjustment to divorce depending on multiple factors such as communication, conflict, and parental adjustment. The stages that children and adolescents of divorce go through depend on one's developmental stage and gender. Counselors can greatly influence how children and adolescents adjust to divorce.


Divorce : A Guide For Counselors Assisting Children Of Divorce, Roxann R. Scheffert Jan 2001

Divorce : A Guide For Counselors Assisting Children Of Divorce, Roxann R. Scheffert

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Clinicians must be aware of the presenting problems of children of divorce and effective techniques and interventions when working with this targeted population. The purpose of this paper was to provide various interventions and practical guidelines when working with children of divorce.