... own problems throughout the process of the divorce. Depending on the stage of life a child is in at the time of parental divorce, their reactions can vary, but every child experiences confusion and betrayal (Clarke-Stewart, A., & Brentano, C., 2007). During the first stage of infancy through preschool, a child is able to sense anger and tension even though they may not fully grasp ... promiscuous (Clarke-Stewart, A., & Brentano, C., 2007). Due to the effects of parents divorcing at a young age, this can impact their relationships into the adult years. When children from divorced familie...

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... . However, married couples are often not the only ones who feel the effects of a parental separation. Some forty percent of all children will experience a parental separation or divorce before reaching adulthood (Amato 1269). Children of divorce experience the consequences of divorce and develop different coping strategies, which has brought up studies and other tools useful in helping deal with society's divorce ... separation or divorce, but rather by stress leading to split-up, the divided family, and the events to follow. Children's needs vary due to their own family position and per...

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