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Divorce The Ultimate Teen Guide (It Happened to Me) (Volume 41) by Kathlyn Gay

by Kathlyn Gay

Book Details

Publisher:Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published:2014
Pages:220
Format:paperback
Language:en
ISBN:0810892383

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

It has been estimated that at least half of the children in America come from families that have been affected by divorce. Of those children, more than half will see a parent's second marriage dissolve as well. The impact of divorce on teens can be devastating, adversely affecting their attitudes, behaviors, and schoolwork, as well as their relationships with both friends and family. Divorce: The Ultimate Teen Guide focuses on the difficulties young people face in the wake of an epidemic that af

Our Review

This comprehensive guide offers essential support for adolescents navigating the complex emotional landscape of parental separation, providing practical strategies for coping with changing family dynamics. Kathlyn Gay addresses the profound impact divorce can have on teenage mental health, academic performance, and social relationships with remarkable sensitivity and depth. The book explores everything from managing divided loyalties between parents to adjusting to blended families and stepparent relationships. Young readers will find validation for their confusing emotions alongside concrete advice for maintaining healthy connections with both parents.

What sets this resource apart is its direct engagement with the realities of modern family structures, including second divorces and complex custody arrangements that many teens experience. The author's approach balances psychological insights with real-world scenarios that mirror the challenges adolescents actually face during family transitions. Teens struggling with anger, grief, or confusion will discover constructive ways to process their feelings while maintaining their own identity and self-worth. This becomes an indispensable companion for any young person needing to make sense of their changing world while building resilience for the future.

Themes

Family & Relationships

Subjects

Family & Relationships