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Divorce and children.

M Weitzman1, R Adair

  • 1Boston City Hospital, Massachusetts.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|December 1, 1988
PubMed
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Millions of children face parental divorce, a significant stressor. Pediatricians can help mitigate negative impacts through advocacy and intervention.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Child Psychology
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • The United States divorce rate impacts millions of children annually.
  • Parental divorce is a frequent issue encountered in pediatric practice.
  • Children of divorce experience significant transient stress affecting multiple life aspects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the pediatrician's role in managing children of divorce.
  • To outline interventions for mitigating negative effects of divorce on children.
  • To emphasize the importance of early and timely support for affected families.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the impact of divorce on child development.
  • Identification of pediatrician's roles in supporting children of divorce.

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  • Analysis of potential interventions and anticipatory guidance strategies.

    • Main Results:

    • Most children experience divorce as a potent stressor.
    • While many adapt, a substantial percentage suffer long-term negative consequences.
    • Pediatricians can advocate, guide, screen, counsel, and refer children and families.

    Conclusions:

    • Pediatricians play a crucial role in supporting children of divorce.
    • Timely and thoughtful interventions can prevent or alleviate problems.
    • Proactive pediatric involvement improves outcomes for children experiencing parental divorce.