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The Children of Divorce: Issues, Impact, and Counsellor Interventions

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  23 February 2012

John Barletta
John Barletta*
Affiliation:
Lecturer of Counselling, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Australian Catholic University
*
Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Australian Catholic University, Michelton Qld 4053
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Abstract

This article reviews the research and literature relative to the range of psychosocial issues for children of divorce. It identifies methodological problems in current research as well as providing practical interventions for those providing therapeutic services to these children, adolescents, and families. The implications discussed will be a valuable resource for professional counsellors, psychologists, teachers, administrators, and parents.

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Journal of Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools , Volume 7 , November 1997 , pp. 93 - 100
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1997

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