1997

Parents Forever: Impact of Divorce on Adults Educator Guide

NOTE: This is a Web Sampler.

This is part of the Parents Forever curriculum developed for divorcing and never-been-married parents. It discusses how to give parents better understanding of the effects of divorce on their lives. It is intended for educators using the Parents Forever curriculum.

Introduction
Components of the Curriculum
Using the Curriculum
To All PARENTS FOREVER Educators
Main Points of This Session
Purpose of This Session

Understanding the Divorce Process

Six Stages of Divorce
Impact of Divorce on Adults Will Depend On...
Understanding the Dynamics of Divorce
Unrealistic Expectations
Rules for Being Human

Understanding Anger and Conflict

Old Anger, New Anger
Anger Facts
Coping Strategies for Anger

Techniques for Diffusing Anger
Dos and Don'ts of Managing Anger

Stress Experienced During Divorce

Safety

Safety Planning for Families in Divorce Transition
Tactics of Spousal Abuse: Power and Control
Signs of Potential Abuse
To Avoid Spousal Abuse
Emergency Shelters for Domestic Abuse Victims
What Is Child Abuse?
Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Conclusion

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See the related program: Parents Forever

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