Misunderstanding Your Child’s Emotional
Children of divorce are not little adults By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC When divorce enters the family dynamic. parents often forget that our children are processing their feelings with limited skills and emotional awareness. We all know the complexities of divorce can become an enormous challenge for adults. Imagine the ramifications on youngsters -- or even teens. Parenting after a divorce often comes with layers of distraction and confusion. That makes it even more important for us to be aware of how their children are responding to the divorce. One common error parents make is misunderstanding the stage of development their children are at, which can lead to unrealistic expectations. Many parents assume that their child has a better handle on their emotions and a deeper understanding of human nature than is possible at their age. So when the child acts out or otherwise misbehaves, it's easy
