Parental Alienation in South Africa: Understanding the Impact on Children

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When parents separate or divorce, children may sometimes resist or refuse contact with one of their parents. This can be an upsetting and confusing experience for both the child and the parent concerned. It is tempting to assume that the other parent is deliberately influencing the child’s behaviour. However, a child’s refusal to have contact … Read more

How to help your children through divorce

Divorce is one of the most difficult transitions a family can experience. While parents may be dealing with grief, anger, uncertainty and practical changes, their children are also trying to understand what is happening and what it means for their future. Children may worry about where they will live, whether they will have to change … Read more

Successful Co-Parenting After Separation: How a Parenting Plan Can Help

When parents separate or divorce, their relationship as a couple may come to an end, but their responsibilities towards their children continue. Finding a way to work together as parents can be challenging, particularly when emotions are running high or communication has broken down. Children need stability, reassurance and the freedom to maintain meaningful relationships … Read more

Children and Divorce: How Children Cope at Different Ages

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Divorce affects children differently depending on their age, emotional development and family circumstances. While adults may understand why a relationship has ended, children may struggle to understand what the separation means for their own lives. A young child may worry about who will look after them. A school-age child may blame themselves for the separation, … Read more

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