Children of all ages experience divorce, and they all experience it differently. Children between the ages of 9 and 12 are typically referred to as “tweens.” They have a greater understanding of human relationships, as well as what divorce is really about.
Even though their understanding grows, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they are able to handle their emotions well or fully accept the situation. They might also go through feelings of loss, shame, embarrassment loneliness, sadness, powerlessness and fear.
Tweens sometimes view their parents with anger at the end of the marriage, and unlike small children, they may not blame themselves for the divorce. For more information about how tweens might cope with a divorce, click here.
Click here for some resources from a family attorney in Vancouver WA to help you with the divorce process. Once you know what to expect you can begin finding ways to help your tweens deal with the impending changes.