Should You Stay Together for the Kids?

Some divorce advocates say married couples who wait to divorce until the children are grown are doing more damage than good.

2012-09-14

September 14, 2012 (Press-News.org) People often hear about couples waiting to divorce until after their children are out of the home. Some advocates say that couples who stay in unhappy marriage are actually doing more damage to their children. Therefore, children not only need to be loved, but they need to be brought up in a home full of love as well.

Showing a Positive Example for Children

Parents are supposed to be role models for their children. If parents are fighting and not showing love for each other, they may not be setting the best examples for their children. For example, if one spouse is abusive or has substance abuse issues that affect the children, it may even be better for the children if the couple divorces.

Ending a marriage is difficult, and it takes bravery to know and understand that the relationship is over. Having the ability to take this step may show children what values are important in an adult's life, such as love and happiness.

A 2007 study shows that many people agree. About 58 percent of survey respondents said that it is better for the children if parents get divorced than stay in an unhappy marriage. Women agreed with this sentiment more than men.

Co-Parenting Brings New Challenges

Talking to the children about the divorce is a difficult step, no matter the age of the children. Spouses should always try to talk to their children together about the divorce and help them understand that both parents are still continuing their parenting relationship.

Reasons for the divorce may be complicated, but try to keep it simple for the children. Do not blame the other parent or talk negatively about the other parent in front of the children. Finally, always make sure children understand that the divorce is not their fault.

Divorce is hard. A family law attorney is a great resource for individuals going through a divorce. A family law attorney can help divorcing parents advocate for appropriate co-parenting schedules and settle many other related family law issues.

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