While divorce can be seen as a good thing or a bad thing depending on what sort of situation it is getting someone out of, it has a big affect on the children. Going from two parents living together under the same roof, to the parents living in separate places and only getting to see them maybe once a week or on weekends, possibly never. These are huge changes for the children and most of the time they end up being the victims of getting caught up in the middle.
Many children end up blaming themselves for the divorce of their parents. They think it’s something they have done and end up getting down on themselves. It is crucial that children have someone they can discuss their feelings with, they often do not feel comfortable sharing their feelings with parents. Their parents need to create a safe place for the children whether it be a counselor or someone the children can trust to share their thoughts and feelings with.
Marriage and Family 