Divorce is oftentimes an emotional situation for many spouses. This is one of the reasons why many Alabama spouses with children choose to avoid divorce. Most parents may wonder if they should remain married or get a divorce when kids are involved.

The decision to stay married or get divorced primarily may depend on why the spouses are choosing to end the marriage. A major issue is if there has been a history of any type of abuse, whether it’s physical or emotional. If the abuse is present, then the children are top priority to be safeguarded from that type of environment. Children can unfortunately imitate negative behavior when exposed to extreme conflict among parents.

If the kids are living in a home that is consumed with anger, then this may be another reason to get divorced. There are parents who decide to remain in the same home, however, to co-parent the children. Although an intact family is important, parents will need to be mature and have the willingness to remain in the marriage. If parents do wish to stay together, it is recommended that they get advice from a marriage counselor or a pastor.

In the short run of a divorce, kids may feel angry and go through depression. Divorce can be an extreme change, and this could be challenging for children to handle. Even though an intact family is important for the children, not every marriage can be saved. A child’s well-being could also be compromised by a home that is filled with negativity and confusion among parents. Alabama parents who are considering divorce may want to gain knowledge of how children cope with divorce.

Source: coloradoan.com, “Squicquero: Should you avoid divorce for kids’ sake?”, Sandi Squicquero, June 9, 2014