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The Long-Term Effects of Divorce on Children, 2004.
This paper examines the long-term effects of divorce on children, using four research articles as background on the subject.
1,120 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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Much research has been done into the effects of divorce on children. However this paper shows that much of this research has focused on what happens with children during the first few weeks or months after the divorce. Far fewer studies have been done into how divorce effects children in the long-term as they go through adolescence and into adulthood. It explains that the conventional wisdom seems to be that, as children grow up, they are able to see their parents' divorce with more objectivity and maturity and will not harbor any resentment over it in their adulthood. It follows to explain that common sense states that emotional scars inflicted in childhood are not so easily faded. In fact, those scars can grow into entirely new things as a child grows up. This paper explores some of the long-term effects of divorce on children.
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"These are all problems that either carry on into adulthood or manifest in adulthood for the first time. The shock of losing a parent to divorce, to only being able to see one parent occasionally, and of seeing their parents seemingly at war with each other causes severe psychological trauma to a child, and that child may wonder if he or she will ever feel safe and secure again. If not properly handled in the beginning, these children can grow up with lasting psychological damage. It can affect everything in their adult lives, from how well they do in school to their ability to keep a job to their success with interpersonal relationships. Children who do not get the proper psychological attention during and after a divorce are not being given a good start in life and can find themselves with emotional scars that will not heal."
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Effects of Divorce on Children, 2003.
This opinionated paper describes the detrimental effects of divorce on children.
4,458 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 26 sources, APA, $ 116.95
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This paper describes the negative implications of divorce on children. The author explores issues such as growing up in a single parent or blended household, sharing holidays and living part time with each parent. Potential long-term effects and issues with adjustment are noted as well. In particular, the paper examines existing research that has shows how children are affected by the communicative aspects of divorce.
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Preview
Financial Support
Emotional Well-being
Communication Quality and Satisfaction with Parents and Peers
Adjustment in Adulthood
Discussion and Conclusions
References
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"The days of mom, dad, a dog, 2.5 children and a white picket fence have been replaced by an increasing number of single parent households due to the steadily increasing divorce rate since the 1970's (Price & McKenry, 1988). Divorce can be defined as the, "legal dissolution of a socially and legally recognized marital relationship that alters the obligations and privileges of the two persons involved" (Price & McKenry, 1988, p. 7). When two parents find it impossible to live together even for the sake of a child, they come out of the situation with a solution: divorce. Children are left to be divided and shared between the two parents who refuse to play nice. The parents are left with a solution; they no longer have obligations to each other. But the children are the ones left to suffer for they are then forced to live with one ill-equipped parent who now has to juggle raising a family, tending to the house, and to managing the financial responsibilities all alone. Some people see this as a growing concern, whereas others take the position that children are resilient and fully able to adapt to changing situations and lifestyles."
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The Effects of Divorce on Children, 2004.
An overview of the emotional effects of divorce on children.
2,154 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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While a divorce may be devastating or relieving to a couple, children are frightened and confused by the terrible threat to their security. This paper explains, however, that if a child feels secure and loved throughout the divorce, he or she may not be harmed by the divorce at all. Reflecting on these concerns, this paper determine the effects of divorce on children.
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"For centuries, the family has an essential institution, evolving from humans' co-dependent tendencies and need for nurturing relationships (Snowdon, 2000). The family unit lays the foundation for an individuals future, having the power to influence either positively or negatively. An important part of human development and relationships, family can provide a loving and nurturing environment. However, when the family is disrupted, it can have a negative effect on the individual's self-esteem and method of relating to others. In this light, the family is a major determining factor in the outcome of a person?s success and happiness in life."
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The Effects of Divorce on Young Children, 2002.
Examining the social and mental effect of divorce on young children.
2,297 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper explains that there are six basic areas of behavior that researchers feel are effected by the divorce of a child?s parents early in life-- the increased use of mental health services; externalizing problems, such as delinquency, aggression, and disobedience; internalizing problems, including depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem; intellectual and academic functioning; pro-social skills; and functional skills in adult life. Each of these are carefully studied and analyzed.
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Troubling effects of Divorce
Usage of Mental Health Services
Externalization of Problems
Internalization of Problems
Intellectual and Academic Functionability
Affects on Social Skills
Functional Skills as Adults
Conclusion
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"Divorce is best described as a process of change which extends over time and across a number of areas of family functioning. In divorce, there are differences in both family processes and in the children?s accommodation to change. There is a definite relationship between divorce and some psychological problems among children of divorced families. The relationship between divorce and children?s adjustment sparked theories that focus solely on the developmental importance of a healthy family structure."
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Effects of Divorce on Children, 2005.
This paper discusses the economic, social, psychological and emotional effects of divorce on children.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper discusses how many governmental policies in the United States seem to be based on the assumption that all families are nuclear families with stable membership over time. It points out, however, that, in reality, U.S. families are structurally diverse; there are a large number of single-parent households, stepfamily households and extended family households. This paper looks at the ramifications of single-parent households on children from an economic, social, psychological and emotional perspective.
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"Divorce forces family members to rethink family kinship and leads to changes in whether certain individuals continue to be defined as relatives. After divorce, relationships with in-laws may be redefined, parents may lose contact with their nonresidential children, and stepkin may be added to the family following remarriage. Remarriage potentially adds members to the pool of kin without necessarily eliminating old kin members, resulting in remarriage chains that are linked by children. Family obligations about supporting elders may be stronger in these remarriage chains. Remarriage also may force family members to decide if certain individuals are to be thought of as relatives. Socially defined standards, or normative family obligation beliefs, are generalized norms regarding obligations of family members to one another. "Kin norms are culturally defined rights and duties that specify the ways in which any pair of kin-related persons is expected to behave toward each other" (Rossi & Rossi 155-156). "Family obligations can be seen as part of normative rules which . . . get applied in appropriate situations" (Finch, 155-156). In Finch's thinking, these rules are more like guidelines that direct decisions and behaviors rather than rigid law-like rules to which people strictly adhere."
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The Effect of Divorce on Children, 1999.
A look at the psychological effects of divorce on children.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 3 sources, $ 50.95
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This paper takes a look at how children are affected by divorce. The paper attempts to explain what it is exactly about divorce that causes negative consequences for children, how divorce affects children and if these effects are demonstrated outwardly.
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The Effects of Divorce on Society?s Children, 2001.
This paper discusses the damaging effect divorce may have on children.
855 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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This paper demonstrates children of divorced parents may experience anger, withdrawal, rebellion and sometimes even poor academic performance. The paper argues that some school violence may be a result of broken homes. These children are greatly affected by their parents divorce which often results in long term psychological issues.
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"Long ago were the days when there were more intact marriages than divorce. In today?s society, divorce is as common as catching a cold. Unfortunately, divorce is often followed with negative effects. Some people end their marriage amicably while others end up in messy court battles. However, divorce can be damaging when children are involved. Children are often the innocent victims of custody battles, witnesses to parental fighting, and subject to a rearranged, single-parent household. Children of divorced parents may experience anger, withdrawal, rebellion and sometimes even poor academic performance."
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Divorce and Children, 2004.
This paper reviews various studies about the effect of divorce on children.
2,020 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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This paper reviews a longitudinal study conducted by Pennsylvania State University, which reveals that the effects of divorce on children depend on the parents? marriage. Children of couples who fight a lot tend to fare better psychologically and socially after divorce than do the children of couples whose marriages show few outward signs of stress. The author points out that a new book, "The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce,'' by psychologist Judith Wallerstein, based on a recent study, argues that emotional complications are common among adult children of divorced parents, although many of these complications may not be fully evident until decades after the breakup. The paper cites a recent report by Kather and Rembar at Children?s Psychiatric Hospital, University of Michigan, that a father lost through divorce is associated with diminished self-concepts in children and that one of the most devastating affects on a child is fear of abandonment by the remaining parent.
Table of Contents
Parent?s Marriage, Child Post-Divorce
Implications for a Child?s Future
View of Children in a Divorcing Family
A Summary of Effects
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"On the positive side, the researchers found that the adult children of divorced parents have strong survival instincts. The same experiences that hindered relationships were effective in the workplace. The study participants had a good deal of success getting along with difficult people, and those who had mothers who often said one thing and fathers who said another became adept at making up their own minds.
The study also compared the adults from divorced families to 44 adults from intact families. Children of intact marriages took strength from their parents' decision to stay together, the researchers found, even though the marriage may have had conflict and unhappiness similar to those of families that broke up."
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Divorce and Children, 2004.
Examines the effect of divorce on the lives of children.
2,151 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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While a divorce may be devastating or relieving to a couple, children are frightened and confused by the terrible threat to their security. However, if a child feels secure and loved throughout the divorce, he or she may not be harmed by the divorce at all. Reflecting on these concerns, this paper determines the effects of divorce on the lives of children. It presents a literature review on the subject and a conclusion based on the findings.
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"A third study points to the idea that the effect of divorce on the lives of children largely rests in the hands of the family. Recent research from Iowa State University suggest that parents, even those no longer living in the home, have a lot of control over children's adjustment to divorce. This study was the first to examine all the major factors commonly associated with divorce and child development problems."
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The Effects of Divorce on Adolescents, 2002.
Examines the long-term results of divorce on adolescents.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 14 sources, $ 106.95
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In this paper, research on children and adolescents of divorced parents are considered in the contexts of longitudinal studies. Because the long-term effects of divorce are more substantial than the short-term, it is important to understand how divorce alters the lives of adolescents in dramatic ways. Incidents of increased suicide risk, depression, substance abuse, diminished social skills and increased failures in interpersonal relations are examples of multiple effects that increase over time. Understanding the impact of divorce on adolescents needs to emphasize this long-term effect, as increased stress and failures to cope are substantially increased in youth of divorced parents.
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Cause and Effects of Divorce, 2006.
A look at the issues of divorce.
799 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper takes a look at the painful subject of divorce. The paper reviews and discusses some of the causes of divorce, as well as the effect that divorce has on the children involved.
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"There are many factors that can cause divorce. Married too young, for the wrong reasons, or just not thinking it through. Although there are many reasons for why marriages do not work the exact causes vary from couple to couple (Divorce). Many marriage councilors and experts agree that various communication problems are the root causes of divorce and then followed by other issues (Causes). The Oklahoma Marriage Initiative Service ran a study and broke down the causes of divorce: Infidelity- 58%, Marrying too young- 43%, little or no helpful premarital preparation-42%, financial problems- 42%, Domestic violence- 30%, lack of support from family members- 29%, and religious differences- 21%. With all these causes it is no wonder the rates are sky-rocketing. Today people do not think it through; they just jump right into marriage. Marriage is a sacred agreement that should not be broken. There has been an increase in social acceptance of divorce, making it easier and ok to do (Linaman). "
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Divorce and Children, 2005.
A discussion of the impact of divorce on children.
1,754 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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Divorce can have a devastating impact on a family. Children are particularly vulnerable when their parents are divorced. For many years, experts in the field of child psychology have investigated the impact of divorce on children. They have found that children of divorce can have a plethora of problems, including behavioral, emotional, and adjustment difficulties. This paper explores the impact of divorce on children.
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"According to current data, nearly 51% of all marriages in the United States ends in divorce (Love and Murdock 2004). In addition, the divorce rate began to climb in the 1960's. Many factors may have contributed to this increase including a greater independence felt by women and the ability they had to support themselves (Love and Murdock 2004). Along with these factors is the increase in the number of stepfamilies because many who remarry already have children (Love and Murdock 2004). The introduction of the stepfamily into a divorced situation can lead to even greater problems for children of divorce (Love and Murdock 2004)."
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The Impact of Divorce on Children, 2005.
A look at the impact that divorce has on children.
1,265 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper critiques an article "Children of Divorce" from the "Journal of the American Board of Family Practice" by Charles L. Bryner, Jr, MD. It uses the case study of a child named Lamar, as well as offering a critique of the methods and research materials used in the article.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Methods
Stages of Divorce
Consequences on Divorce
Children's Responses to Divorce
Treatments and Inventions
Support
Summary
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"Children go through so much when their parents are divorcing. The parents are busy themselves trying to make new lives for themselves, adjusting their life styles, and dealing with their own problems. Meanwhile, the child is lonely and confused. Normally, family and friends tend to pull back when, during this time, the children need them the most."
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Divorce and Children, 2002.
An examination of various studies which discuss the effect of divorce on children.
2,010 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses the various ways in which children are affected by divorce - first, they are impacted by the change in income; second, a large number suffer from a lessening of ties with their fathers; third, children suffer a loss in residential stability because they often have to move out of their house and/or a new town. The research shows that the question is no longer whether divorce can be a strain on children, but rather how much of a strain.
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"Judith Wallerstein, a premier researcher in this field, notes that one of the key concerns of this generation should be the sociological and psychological effect that divorce has had and will continue to have on children. In The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce, she indicates that children from divorced parents are still experiencing negative effects even 30 years later. The book shows how these products of divorce have struggled with the fear that their relationships will fail like those of their parents. Lacking an internal template of what a successful relationship looks like, they have had to invent their own codes of behavior in a culture that offers many models and few guidelines."
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Divorce and Female Children, 2008.
This paper discusses the effects of divorce on adolescent girls.
1,959 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 62.95
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In this article, the writer looks at how children are affected by divorce and focuses on the effects on girls. The writer notes that in many instances female adolescents are adversely affected because of conflict in the divorce process. The writer points out that when this conflict occurs the female youth can react by becoming sexually active, abusing substances or having thoughts of suicide. These circumstances are the result of anxiety and/or depression that must be treated in order for the child to overcome her ordeal successfully. The writer maintains that the most effective manner of treatment is cognitive-behavioral therapy, which may be used in conjunction with prescription medications, to aid the adolescent in dealing with the devastation of the life situation. The writer concludes that this treatment, coupled with support systems through family, friends and education, can allow the youth to gain new insight into the situation and once again become a self-confident and fully functioning individual.
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Introduction
The Issue
Mental Disorder
Treatment Recommendations/Interventions
Conclusion
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"In these cases, instead of the child becoming overly socially active, the child closes herself off from the world, to include peer groups, family members and teachers. The longer that the conflict exists and is elevated, the more deeply into depression the youth becomes and the greater the risk there is of suicidal thoughts.
"This information indicates that when conflict exists between parents involved in divorce female adolescents are adversely affected. The degree to which these youth respond to the conflict will depend on the extent that the child is drawn into the issue and how long the conflict occurs. What is known, however, is that anxiety and depression can create scenarios in which teen females risk disease, pregnancy and death. The severity of these risks calls for an examination of the appropriate mental disorders that are cited and the treatments that will assist this population for the future."
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