Divorce and separation are not uncommon, and although it may be hard to adjust to the changes, you're not alone. About 1 in 4 children have parents who get divorced, although latest figures show that the divorce rate is going down slightly. 1,000,000 children in Britain are growing up in a stepfamily.
Most families go through problems at some point or another.
Changes in the home environment can cause a great deal of stress, worry and sadness both at home and at school. When parents split up it can be a traumatic experience. Daily routines may be disrupted, with arguing and tension in the family home and moody or upset parents making the atmosphere uneasy. You are probably feeling confused and ignored. But don't feel that you are expected to just 'get on with it'.