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Doris and Ken are in the process of getting a divorce. Each of them wants full custody of their two children, Kevin, age 10, and Chrissie, age 3. Although the divorce process has been very stressful for both of them, Doris and Ken share concerns about the effects their divorce might have on their children. What immediate effects can they expect, especially given the context of the custody battle? How might Kevin's reactions differ from Chrissie's? What might the long-term effects of the divorce be on their children?

http://www.divorcesource.com/info/children/effects.shtml

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Karen's mother is concerned about how to best help her daughter, Teresa, whose husband has abandoned her and their five-year old son. What are some of the challenges that Teresa may have to face, and how can her mother help her through this difficult time?

http://www.apahelpcenter.org/articles/article.php?id=16

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Jonathan and Diedre want to shield their children from the violence on television, but they are not sure how to go about it—other than by not allowing any television viewing at all. What recommendations does the APA have for parents?

http://www.apahelpcenter.org/articles/article.php?id=15






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