Related Experiment Videos
Assessing student emotional behavior after parental separation or divorce.
The Journal of School Health
|April 1, 1984
Summary
Divorce impacts millions of school-age children, necessitating that school nurses possess skills to identify potential emotional difficulties stemming from family changes.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Pediatric Nursing
- Family Studies
Background:
- Divorce affects a significant number of school-aged children.
- Understanding the impact of divorce on children is crucial for their well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of school nurses understanding the effects of divorce on children.
- To equip school nurses with skills to assess emotional problems in children experiencing divorce.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on divorce impacts on children.
- Analysis of school nurse roles in child mental health assessment.
Main Results:
- Children of divorce may exhibit various emotional and behavioral challenges.
- School nurses are uniquely positioned to provide early identification and support.
Conclusions:
- School nurses require specialized training to effectively support children of divorce.
- Proactive assessment by school nurses can mitigate long-term emotional consequences for affected children.