Divorce and separation : publication
During a divorce, children often feel various conflicting emotions and need their parents’ understanding and support. Learn ways to support children and help them work through their feelings, concerns and frustrations about the divorce in this University
Teresa Mareschal,Regional Specialist, Human Development and Family Science In 1998, the Missouri General Assembly mandated divorcing parents with children under the age of 18 to file a parenting plan with the court as a part of the divorce process.
Sherry NelsonRegional Specialist, Human Development and Family Science
David SchrammState Specialist, Human Development and Family ScienceJennifer Carter Dochler,Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual ViolenceKelly Martinez,Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
Approximately 51% of divorces in Missouri involves children. Visit our site for our Helping Children Adjust to Divorce: A Guide for Teachers resource.
Kim LeonState Specialist, Human Development and Family Studies
Parental divorce can negatively affect a child's development. Visit our website today to learn about helping infants and toddlers adjust to divorce.
Jane Hunter
Regional Specialist, Human Development and Family Science
Jessica Trussell
Regional Specialist, Human Development and Family Science
Preteens and adolescents have some common reactions to their parents' divorce or separation. If you are in this situation, learn how co-parents can work together to promote children’s positive adjustment in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
David SchrammState Specialist, Human Development and Family ScienceChristina PucciGraduate Student, Human Development and Family Science
Christine Fiske and Janet A. Clark
Department of Human Development and Family Studies
Have you ever experienced any of the following?
David Schramm
State Specialist, Human Development and Family Science
Christina Pucci
Graduate Student, Human Development and Family Science
David Schramm
Former State Specialist, Human Development and Family Science