Lone Parent Family: The Effects Of Divorce On Children

Single parent family as known as lone parent family can be defined as a family where one parent lives with dependent children, without a partner (Encyclopedia, 2003). It shows that there were 2 million lone parents in the United Kingdom in 2014 and it shows an increase from 2004, which was 1.9 million, is referred to by ONS (2015). In addition, 91 percent of women have dependent children while 9 percent of men have dependent children. As a result of divorce, 30 per cent of children lack certain necessary things due to what the parents are going through. This essay will examine the causes of divorce and the effects it has on children.

There are different issues that arise with a family that leads to divorce, which affects children. A valid reason is necessary in order to legally divorce a partner or spouse. The process of getting separated is not easy and some couples encounter troubles whilst at it, such as emotional and financial problems.

In an article by Singleparents (Unknown) there are reasons as to why couples separate and the possible reasons could be Lack of preparation, lack of equality, and unreasonable behavior. In terms of lack of preparation, some couples tend to believe …show more content…
It is necessary to make the children feel loved and comfortable by both parents and it is best not to argue in front of the child so it doesn’t make them feel like they caused it or make them feel sad (Vasu, 2014). Parents should be able to have a good relationship with the children so they don’t really feel the separation between both parents and it is important to listen to what the children have to say about the whole issue. In addition, activities done with them should continue, for example, going out with friends and family members. In Patient’s view (2013) It is important for both parents to spend a lot of quality time with the child so they feel special and