Getting Through It: Kids Talk About Divorce
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesWith the divorce rate at 50%, half of the all students are impacted by divorce. Real kids describe their feelings about divorce and share with viewers their first-hand experiences. Divorce expert and psychologist, Valerie Raymond, reassures young teens that while things may be tough now, they will get better with time. Some topics covered in discussions include: living arrangements, schedules, feelings of blame, getting caught between fighting parents, coping with strong emotions, parents’ new love interests, and blended families.
Media Details
Runtime: 19 minutes 15 seconds
- Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Education, Home and Family, Social Science
- Subtopic: Conflict Resolution, Counseling, Family Life, Interpersonal Relations
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2010
- Producer/Distributor: Human Relations Media
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