Tools That Don't Work

Skye: There are some tools that you might want to use, but these tools don’t work:

Thinking that being extra good will get your parents back together.
Acting naughty to get extra attention. You should ask for attention if you need it.
Thinking it is all your fault. It’s not!
Acting mean to a parent’s new friend as a way to get rid of him or her.
Trying to become an adult. You need to be a kid! Solving grown-up problems isn’t your job.

Remember: Everybody makes mistakes. It’s OK to make mistakes. Try to learn from them.

Families Change

Separation and divorce have a profound impact on all family members. Loss of security is often coupled with intense feelings of grief. The stress can be overwhelming for kids, teens and parents.

This website can help.
Get age-appropriate information to guide you through separation and divorce. Be sure the information is correct for your province. Select your age group and explore content in others sections too.

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