DIVORCE RESOURCES

General resources for divorce include: select friends (especially those who have been through such a loss), informative reading, a church pastor, a family counselor, mediation counselors, and lawyers.

ORGANIZATIONS

The Devereux Foundation

19 S. Waterloo Road, Box 400, Devon, PA 19333. Tel: (215) 964-3026 or (800) 345-1292.

Family Therapy Institute
790 Cleveland Ave. South, St. Paul, MN 55116. Tel: (612) 698-0748

National Network for Child Care - Divorce Matter's: A Child's View

Describes the affects of divorce on the various developmental stages of a child.

Unicef - Voice of Youth, Divorce
An online discussion of youth from around the world on the topic of divorce.

Youthinformation.com

Based out of the UK, this website, geared towards youth and parents, has a lot of helpful information on the issues related with divorce and some resource links.

Claire, H.S.V. et al. Divorce and children. Regal Books. This book helps anyone understand the hearts of children and parents who are going through divorce, in blended families, or in need of counseling. It offers biblical insight and practical help.

Duncan, T.R. et al. (1979). You’re divorced, but you’re children aren’t. New York: Prentice Hall . The author estimates the impact of divorce on children and offers suggestions for making it through the transition and regaining a normal life.

Groller, E.A. (ed.). (1969). Explaining divorce to children. Boston: Beacon Press. Though dated, the advice in this book is still helpful for explaining divorce to children and helping them cope. The research of this book is still valid, and a Rabbi’s suggestions for children of divorce are wise.

Hart, A.D. (1982). Children of divorce. Waco, TX: Word Books. This psychologist and children’s advocate addresses feelings that may scar a child for life. Parents who are hurting from a divorce must still help children contend with their own healing process.

James, B. Treating traumatized children. This practical handbook offers guidance for treating children who have been traumatized by abuse, disaster, divorce or violence. Helps readers assess the impact of trauma and develop treatment plans. Includes creative art, play, and drama techniques.

Kniskern, Joseph Warren. (1993) When the Vow Breaks: A Survival and Recovery Guide for Christians Facing Divorce. Broadman and Holman Publishers, 375pp.

Lansky, V. Divorce book for parents. With humor and common sense, this book addresses the realities of divorce. Solid information is offered on many topics, including breaking the news; departure day; understanding custody, money, and legalities; transferring children; re-entry behavior; holidays; special events; and dating.

Swihart, J. & Brigham, S. (1982). Helping children of divorce. Madison, WI

: IV Press.

Wallerstein, J.A. et al. (1990). Second chances. New York: Ticknor & Fields. This book, based on a ten-year study of primarily middle-class parents and children of divorce, provides encouragement, empathy, and instruction for those in this situation.

_____________________ (2001) The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce: The 25 Year Landmark Study. Hyperion, 351pp.

BOOKS

Buchanan, N.C. et al. (1981). Helping children of divorce. Broadman Press. This book is for parents, teachers, church leaders, and all those who work with children in divorce crises. Included is an appendix of workshop materials for children of divorce.