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The Effects of Divorce on Adolescents, 2002.
Examines the long-term results of divorce on adolescents.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 14 sources, £ 73.95
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In this paper, research on children and adolescents of divorced parents are considered in the contexts of longitudinal studies. Because the long-term effects of divorce are more substantial than the short-term, it is important to understand how divorce alters the lives of adolescents in dramatic ways. Incidents of increased suicide risk, depression, substance abuse, diminished social skills and increased failures in interpersonal relations are examples of multiple effects that increase over time. Understanding the impact of divorce on adolescents needs to emphasize this long-term effect, as increased stress and failures to cope are substantially increased in youth of divorced parents.
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The Long-Term Effects of Divorce on Children, 2004.
This paper examines the long-term effects of divorce on children, using four research articles as background on the subject.
1,120 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 26.95
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Much research has been done into the effects of divorce on children. However this paper shows that much of this research has focused on what happens with children during the first few weeks or months after the divorce. Far fewer studies have been done into how divorce effects children in the long-term as they go through adolescence and into adulthood. It explains that the conventional wisdom seems to be that, as children grow up, they are able to see their parents' divorce with more objectivity and maturity and will not harbor any resentment over it in their adulthood. It follows to explain that common sense states that emotional scars inflicted in childhood are not so easily faded. In fact, those scars can grow into entirely new things as a child grows up. This paper explores some of the long-term effects of divorce on children.
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"These are all problems that either carry on into adulthood or manifest in adulthood for the first time. The shock of losing a parent to divorce, to only being able to see one parent occasionally, and of seeing their parents seemingly at war with each other causes severe psychological trauma to a child, and that child may wonder if he or she will ever feel safe and secure again. If not properly handled in the beginning, these children can grow up with lasting psychological damage. It can affect everything in their adult lives, from how well they do in school to their ability to keep a job to their success with interpersonal relationships. Children who do not get the proper psychological attention during and after a divorce are not being given a good start in life and can find themselves with emotional scars that will not heal."
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The Effects of Divorce on Children, 2004.
An overview of the emotional effects of divorce on children.
2,154 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 46.95
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While a divorce may be devastating or relieving to a couple, children are frightened and confused by the terrible threat to their security. This paper explains, however, that if a child feels secure and loved throughout the divorce, he or she may not be harmed by the divorce at all. Reflecting on these concerns, this paper determine the effects of divorce on children.
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"For centuries, the family has an essential institution, evolving from humans' co-dependent tendencies and need for nurturing relationships (Snowdon, 2000). The family unit lays the foundation for an individuals future, having the power to influence either positively or negatively. An important part of human development and relationships, family can provide a loving and nurturing environment. However, when the family is disrupted, it can have a negative effect on the individual's self-esteem and method of relating to others. In this light, the family is a major determining factor in the outcome of a person?s success and happiness in life."
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Effects of Divorce on Children, 2003.
This opinionated paper describes the detrimental effects of divorce on children.
4,458 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 26 sources, APA, £ 80.95
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This paper describes the negative implications of divorce on children. The author explores issues such as growing up in a single parent or blended household, sharing holidays and living part time with each parent. Potential long-term effects and issues with adjustment are noted as well. In particular, the paper examines existing research that has shows how children are affected by the communicative aspects of divorce.
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Preview
Financial Support
Emotional Well-being
Communication Quality and Satisfaction with Parents and Peers
Adjustment in Adulthood
Discussion and Conclusions
References
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"The days of mom, dad, a dog, 2.5 children and a white picket fence have been replaced by an increasing number of single parent households due to the steadily increasing divorce rate since the 1970's (Price & McKenry, 1988). Divorce can be defined as the, "legal dissolution of a socially and legally recognized marital relationship that alters the obligations and privileges of the two persons involved" (Price & McKenry, 1988, p. 7). When two parents find it impossible to live together even for the sake of a child, they come out of the situation with a solution: divorce. Children are left to be divided and shared between the two parents who refuse to play nice. The parents are left with a solution; they no longer have obligations to each other. But the children are the ones left to suffer for they are then forced to live with one ill-equipped parent who now has to juggle raising a family, tending to the house, and to managing the financial responsibilities all alone. Some people see this as a growing concern, whereas others take the position that children are resilient and fully able to adapt to changing situations and lifestyles."
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Effects of Divorce on Children, 2005.
This paper discusses the economic, social, psychological and emotional effects of divorce on children.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 38.95
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This paper discusses how many governmental policies in the United States seem to be based on the assumption that all families are nuclear families with stable membership over time. It points out, however, that, in reality, U.S. families are structurally diverse; there are a large number of single-parent households, stepfamily households and extended family households. This paper looks at the ramifications of single-parent households on children from an economic, social, psychological and emotional perspective.
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"Divorce forces family members to rethink family kinship and leads to changes in whether certain individuals continue to be defined as relatives. After divorce, relationships with in-laws may be redefined, parents may lose contact with their nonresidential children, and stepkin may be added to the family following remarriage. Remarriage potentially adds members to the pool of kin without necessarily eliminating old kin members, resulting in remarriage chains that are linked by children. Family obligations about supporting elders may be stronger in these remarriage chains. Remarriage also may force family members to decide if certain individuals are to be thought of as relatives. Socially defined standards, or normative family obligation beliefs, are generalized norms regarding obligations of family members to one another. "Kin norms are culturally defined rights and duties that specify the ways in which any pair of kin-related persons is expected to behave toward each other" (Rossi & Rossi 155-156). "Family obligations can be seen as part of normative rules which . . . get applied in appropriate situations" (Finch, 155-156). In Finch's thinking, these rules are more like guidelines that direct decisions and behaviors rather than rigid law-like rules to which people strictly adhere."
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The Effects of Divorce on Society?s Children, 2001.
This paper discusses the damaging effect divorce may have on children.
855 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 20.95
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This paper demonstrates children of divorced parents may experience anger, withdrawal, rebellion and sometimes even poor academic performance. The paper argues that some school violence may be a result of broken homes. These children are greatly affected by their parents divorce which often results in long term psychological issues.
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"Long ago were the days when there were more intact marriages than divorce. In today?s society, divorce is as common as catching a cold. Unfortunately, divorce is often followed with negative effects. Some people end their marriage amicably while others end up in messy court battles. However, divorce can be damaging when children are involved. Children are often the innocent victims of custody battles, witnesses to parental fighting, and subject to a rearranged, single-parent household. Children of divorced parents may experience anger, withdrawal, rebellion and sometimes even poor academic performance."
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Cause and Effects of Divorce, 2006.
A look at the issues of divorce.
799 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 19.95
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This paper takes a look at the painful subject of divorce. The paper reviews and discusses some of the causes of divorce, as well as the effect that divorce has on the children involved.
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"There are many factors that can cause divorce. Married too young, for the wrong reasons, or just not thinking it through. Although there are many reasons for why marriages do not work the exact causes vary from couple to couple (Divorce). Many marriage councilors and experts agree that various communication problems are the root causes of divorce and then followed by other issues (Causes). The Oklahoma Marriage Initiative Service ran a study and broke down the causes of divorce: Infidelity- 58%, Marrying too young- 43%, little or no helpful premarital preparation-42%, financial problems- 42%, Domestic violence- 30%, lack of support from family members- 29%, and religious differences- 21%. With all these causes it is no wonder the rates are sky-rocketing. Today people do not think it through; they just jump right into marriage. Marriage is a sacred agreement that should not be broken. There has been an increase in social acceptance of divorce, making it easier and ok to do (Linaman). "
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Divorce and the Adolescent, 2002.
A look at the emotional impact of divorce on the adolescent.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 8 sources, £ 61.95
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This paper investigates the information relating to the impact of divorce on the adolescent, where the emotional impact of the divorce is assessed. Tools that are used as performance standards in this study come from the home and the school environment, as well as additional emotional manifestations of trauma.
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The Effect of Divorce on Children, 1999.
A look at the psychological effects of divorce on children.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 3 sources, £ 34.95
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This paper takes a look at how children are affected by divorce. The paper attempts to explain what it is exactly about divorce that causes negative consequences for children, how divorce affects children and if these effects are demonstrated outwardly.
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The Effect Of Divorce On The Youngest Child, 1989.
Examines the effects of divorce on the youngest child as both initiator & recipient in contacts with parents & siblings. Focus is on issues of academic performance, peer relations, sibling interactions, & methods of coping. Some case studies are given.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 12 sources, £ 54.95
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"This is an examination of the effects of divorce on the youngest child as both a recipient and initiator in contacts with parents and siblings. The study concentrates on issues concerning academic performance, peer group relations, familiar interactions, sibling interactions, and methods of coping.
In general it is shown that the youngest sibling, often by playing the role of naive innocent, allows the family to express thoughts and conflicts that are otherwise suppressed. In this way, the child serves as a catalyst to open up the discussion in a less threatening manner. The youngest child thus becomes a familial anchor of sorts -- a role that is especially important in the (...)"
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Does Divorce Effect Children?, 2005.
A look at the negative effects of divorce on children.
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper cites numerous studies and research about the negative effects that divorce has on children and looks at how lasting these effects are. The paper also points out that these studies indicate that the damaging effects from divorce do not have to be lasting and that, often, children of divorced parents grow up to be more resourceful and resilient as a result of the divorce and the pain they suffered going through the divorce process.
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"There is something unnatural about divorce, yet often necessary at the same time. Unfortunately, divorce has become commonplace in today?s society. Most families have been affected by divorce, whether by parents, uncles, aunts, sisters, brothers, or cousins. The majority of people have at least one family member who has had a divorce, and unless that family member was some distant cousin seen once a decade or so, that divorce had an effect on every other family member. For example, Aunt Susie and Uncle Fred have divorced, so after seventeen years, Aunt Susie will no longer be celebrating Christmas or vacationing with Uncle Fred's relatives, and vise versa, thus two entire families are affected as bonds are severed between family members. As difficult as it might be to adjust to Christmas without Aunt Susie as one big happy family, for children of divorced parents, adjusting to losing the unity of both parents can be overwhelming."
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Divorce, 2005.
A discussion of the effect of divorce on adolescent children.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 27.95
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This paper explores the short- and long-term effect divorce has on the adolescent children involved. The paper asserts that divorce destroys the family foundations and removes -- at least temporarily -- parental support from adolescents.
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"The family, though the smallest and seemingly most fragile of institutions, is proving itself to be humankind's bedrock as well as its fault line, whose strength lies in the cohesion and loyalty of the parent-child unit..."
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Divorce and Female Children, 2008.
This paper discusses the effects of divorce on adolescent girls.
1,959 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 43.95
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In this article, the writer looks at how children are affected by divorce and focuses on the effects on girls. The writer notes that in many instances female adolescents are adversely affected because of conflict in the divorce process. The writer points out that when this conflict occurs the female youth can react by becoming sexually active, abusing substances or having thoughts of suicide. These circumstances are the result of anxiety and/or depression that must be treated in order for the child to overcome her ordeal successfully. The writer maintains that the most effective manner of treatment is cognitive-behavioral therapy, which may be used in conjunction with prescription medications, to aid the adolescent in dealing with the devastation of the life situation. The writer concludes that this treatment, coupled with support systems through family, friends and education, can allow the youth to gain new insight into the situation and once again become a self-confident and fully functioning individual.
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Introduction
The Issue
Mental Disorder
Treatment Recommendations/Interventions
Conclusion
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"In these cases, instead of the child becoming overly socially active, the child closes herself off from the world, to include peer groups, family members and teachers. The longer that the conflict exists and is elevated, the more deeply into depression the youth becomes and the greater the risk there is of suicidal thoughts.
"This information indicates that when conflict exists between parents involved in divorce female adolescents are adversely affected. The degree to which these youth respond to the conflict will depend on the extent that the child is drawn into the issue and how long the conflict occurs. What is known, however, is that anxiety and depression can create scenarios in which teen females risk disease, pregnancy and death. The severity of these risks calls for an examination of the appropriate mental disorders that are cited and the treatments that will assist this population for the future."
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