The Good Divorce: How to Separate Amicably for the Wellbeing of your Children
A 2-hour online Masterclass for Parents and Educators
Kindly note, a link to the Zoom meeting will be sent for this masterclass, following event registration.
ABOUT THIS MASTERCLASS:
Divorce is a highly stressful and emotional experience for everyone involved, and children often feel that their whole world has been turned upside down. The good news is that although divorce is hard and often extremely painful for children, long-term harm is not inevitable. Research shows that how parents handle divorce greatly impacts children’s emotional well-being and long-term adjustment. This masterclass is designed for parents seeking guidance and insights on how to navigate divorce while prioritizing the wellbeing of their children and minimizing the impact of divorce on them.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM THIS CLASS:
- Parents who are contemplating divorce, in the middle of divorce proceedings or post-divorce
- Mental health care professionals working with children, parents and families
- Teachers, tutors, sports coaches and other educators who would like to be more informed and empowered to support students and their families who are undergoing divorce.
ATTENDEES WILL LEARN:
- How children experience divorce and the impact it has on their relationships, mental health, behaviors and achievement.
- The parenting tasks that are necessary to lessen the impact of divorce on children’s wellbeing, especially:
- How to leverage their values and wisdom to consistently make choices and take actions that are in the best interest of their children
- How to sensitively disclose the news about separation/divorce and helpfully involve their children and other key parties
- How to design the post-divorce life in a thoughtful and practical way that ensures buy-in and cooperation from parents and children
- Practical techniques and strategies for successful co-parenting and making child-centered decisions that ensure stability and prioritize children’s emotional wellbeing.
Date: Sunday, 29th September, 2024
Time: 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM (GST)
Location: Online (Zoom)
Investment: AED 450
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:
Christine Kritzas, Psychologist and Parent & Family Services, Director
Christine Kritzas brings her wealth of experience as a seasoned child psychologist and family mediator, to help you make the best choices for your family’s future.
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