Do's and Don'ts When Talking to Your Children About Divorce

DON’T

Attempt to hide your feelings

Fail to recognize that behavior problems may be transferred emotions

Tell half-truths and fairy tales

Provide a theological lecture

Imply a temporary situation

Blame God

Share your feelings

Encourage tears

Respond to your child’s feelings

Allow time for mourning

Recognize the stages in the grief process

Accept that children go through these stages

Be honest at all times, but explain it at the child’s level

Answer your child’s questions candidly and rationally

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