The Effects of Divorce on Children

In Gov, Feb 01, 2005

Immediate effects anger against, one or both parents , pervasive sadness, deep loss,disruptions in concentration, academic functioning, anxiety re care, residence, children in high conflict families may experience relief

These immediate effects tend to lessen over the first year

Long term effects–Rule of thirds (Wallersteinand Kelly) for 5-10 years:

1/3 doing pretty well

1/3 having some problems

1/3 having serious problems

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