Avoid speaking negatively about the other parent or using the child as a pawn to hurt the other parent. Court-connected divorce education programs for parents and children. Programs for parents and, sometimes, children are recommended or required in over half of the counties in the United States. Call your local family court for more information. School programs for children.
Some school systems offer small groups for children during the day or after school.
In these groups children learn that they are not alone in their experience of divorce and learn coping strategies. During separation and divorce, family members experience uncertainty, emotional upheaval, and changes in their family roles and rules. Family therapists can assist in the process of redefining relationships and addressing family members' responsibilities and needs. Resources Many resources exist for adults, parents, and children who wish to learn more about the process of separation and divorce. In particular, numerous books exist for children at varying reading levels.