Statistics tell us that over half of all marriages will end in divorce, and many of those divorces will involve children. It’s good to know that there are resources out there to help you if you find yourself in this difficult situation, and Peter J. Favaro’s book, Smart Parenting During and After Divorce (McGraw Hill) is one great resource.
No matter how much you and your ex love your children, they will still find themselves between two warring factions fighting over custody, visitation, and money. Author Peter J. Favaro, Ph.D., has seen literally thousands of cases, and he knows how to transform an ugly, high-conflict divorce into a smarter, more civilized process for the sake of the children. The smart part of Smart Parenting During and After Divorce is all about trading the momentary relief of venting anger and frustration at your spouse for the benefit of raising healthier, happier, less-stressed children.
This essential guide will teach you to:
- De-escalate and defuse any conflict
- Talk to kids about divorce and address the special needs of all age groups from infants to teens
- Remain a positive role model to the kids
- Keep both parents active in the children’s lives
- Establish fair visitation schedules and, when necessary, learn the art of compromise
- Identify and deal with the common problems children of divorce experience: academic issues, discipline problems, rebellion, and anger toward parents
Plus: An indispensable appendix of resources, organizations, and websites that specialize in helping divorcing parents keep the peace.
Here’s a link to an interesting project that some may find helpful.
http://www.experienceproject.com/index.php