Attentive Parent-Child Communication Cru...
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC It's no secret that one of the biggest challenges divorced parents face is staying in good communication with your children. Obviously, all parents struggle with communication issues as their children grow. But children whose lives are dramatically altered by separation or divorce need even more attention. And diligent observation by their parents. Here are some tips that most professionals agree on to encourage positive and productive communication between you and your children. Many of these are obvious or innate behaviors. Some, however, can easily be forgotten amid the challenges you are juggling daily in your own life. Be Attentive, Understanding and Empathic Take time to see the world through your children's eyes. As a result, you will be better able to meet their needs and understand their confusion or aggression. You'll likely also find appropriate ways to dissolve tension through your conversation and caring behaviors. ·
