One of the hardest aspects of divorce is that life changes. No matter what you may think about divorce. No matter what you may feel about divorce. No matter what your situation or experience, life will change for you and your children.
How it changes, is up to you. One of parent’s greatest concerns is how divorce will affect their children. Divorce does not doom children to years of emotional problems or lifelong dysfunction. Exposure to constant parental conflict and unhealthy family situations, however, can significantly impact children's lives in a negative way.
The quality of your life and the lives of your children does not have to be overshadowed by divorce. Because divorce leaves us feeling emotionally vulnerable, our tendency is to focus on all the things we can't change verses what we can change.
When to look for help…………………
Many parents struggle with the issue of seeking help for their children. Some common concerns parents have are:
- Is my child behaving normally or is this because of the divorce?
- Should I be worried about how they are reacting?
- When should I seek help?
- Where should I go for help?
Generally speaking, the rule of thumb is to trust your instincts as a parent. You know your children better than any one else. In many instances, it is recommended that parents seek a professional consultation for themselves before taking their children in to see someone. Consultation services can be an excellent way for parents to get objective feedback about their child's circumstances. They can also often provide parents with the tools they need to help their children.
Georgia Family Crisis Solutions Counseling Center offers Divorce Parenting Classes for the 10th Judicial District which requires all parents to attend. We also offer individual counseling for children as young as three years of age.
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