Between the ages of six and eight, children can experience many feelings during a divorce. Parents play a very important role in helping their children navigate through these feelings. It is not uncommon for children to experience feelings of sadness and loss as a result of their parents divorce. Parents should acknowledge these emotions in order to help them understand what they are feeling and experiencing.
Six to eight year olds may need to express their feelings, and parents can help them do so verbally or non verbally through things like art, music and writing. When a child has their parent’s understanding and guidance, children can learn to cope with their overwhelming feelings, and the healing process can begin. Anger is a common feeling that may be experienced by six to eight year olds, and finding ways to cope with that anger is an important step in the healing process. Parents can communicate that it is okay to be angry but aggressive behavior is inappropriate. Children can be taught relaxation techniques and coping skills.
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