divorce

Studies have found that children who are in elementary school at the time of their parents' divorce experience more problems dealing with the divorce than children who are pre-school age (Frost & Pakiz, 1990). During the elementary school years, children have a general idea of what divorce is, and some of the changes that will take place in their family. At this age, they also feel especially vulnerable because of the dependency they have on their parents (Brubeck & Beer, 1992). The children experience the loss of the relationship between themselves and the now non-residential parent. They also see the absence of the mutual support and respect that their parents once shared.
Children experience and react in different ways to divorce. They experience emotional trauma, such as feelings of loss, suffering, and anger.
Some other effects children encounter are behavioral problems. These include having tantrums, depression, anxiety, withdrawal, poor performance in school, and crying. It h...