How can parents separate or divorce in a way that supports their children? After discovering that there was no research on this question, Dr. Priscilla Dunk-West conducted a study to find out for herself. Priscilla is a social worker and sociologist and currently teaches at the Flinders University of South Australia. Join us for an exploration of her findings and discussion of the key elements that support positive parenting after divorce or separation.
In this episode you will learn:
- Why there is a dearth of information on positive separation and divorce (00:52)
- The importance of being able to see the world from the child’s perspective (10:30)
- The role of communication in positive divorce and separation experiences (12:37)
- Understanding the importance of home from the child’s perspective (18:13)
- Key messages for practitioners about positive parental separation (27:04)
Further information:
Emerging Minds Families resources for separating and separated parents
Resources include tips for talking to children about separation or divorce, looking after yourself, and positive parenting after separation.
https://www.relationships.org.au/relationship-advice/publications/what-about-the-children
Being child-centred: a guide for parents who are separating or separated