Being a kid is great fun – for the most part. But kids can also experience stress and depression. Here’s what to look out for. – Read more here
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When you’re newly divorced, it’s hard to imagine ever loving again. But the truth is, you never stop loving. Photo by Wendy Fox You love your kids with a fierceness because you know they need it most now. You love your friends and family because they have the grace and the patience to listen to…
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1 in 5 SA teens just want to die
South African teens are feeling so hopeless that 1 in 5 has attempted suicide, with hanging being the most frequent method used. Here are the warning signs. – Read more here
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Divorce Diet
Parents are the backbone of a family and when they are at logger heads it affects them and their children. Healthy dieting is a vital role in keeping the mind and body in good order to make sound decisions and go the long haul in the process of divorce. In ‘Divorce diet:’ A dangerous way to…
This video deals with how stress affects the brain of a child. What stands out for me is the consequences of separation from a primary caregiver at the wrong developmental stage. This is something I am becoming more and more aware of in my practice and my conclusion is that we as attorneys are just…
This is a cute little video to explain stress to kids. Stress is not just from divorce but also from pressure at school, test, sporting events etc. It has easy tips for coping with the stress. Parents can definitely also benefit from watching this video.
I believe in the power of the spoken word. It is as creative as our thoughts. I am privileged to have married into a family with a history of long marriages. My parents-in-law were married for 63 years when my father in law passed away. I made an effort to watch and listen to them.…
Prof Tamara Afifi explains how conflict effects the child’s body and how kids respond to stress. Photo by Chinh Le Duc on Unsplash We don’t know exactly how conflict impacts children. Parents don’t have to divorce to have conflict. Conflict in the marriage is as harmful to children as conflict during and after divorce. Parents…
There are 6 stages ALL spouses go through before they reach the end of the marriage. This video will help you find where your marriage is at so you can do something before it’s too late. Married over 40 years, Larry Bilotta helps men and women find calm in the middle of chaos.
A “Dear Mom & Dad” letter written by a child of divorce.