What About The
Children?
Studies have shown that children of divorced parents who are able to remain somewhat amicable during and after the divorce actually have less problems and grow up to be happier than the children of parents who stay together in a dysfunctional marriage. It is very important for the children to understand that both parents still love them and that they are going to be able to spend time with both parents. Studies also show that the children of parents who fight over custody in the courts almost always blame themselves. Mediation offers a less adversarial process and a better opportunity to address issues concerning the children in a more productive way.
Mediation offers an opportunity for parents to resolve issues between themselves in an adult and civilized manner. If parents are fighting in court over support, custody, visitation and other issues, the children know that their parents are fighting. If, on the other hand parents are working productively to amicably resolve these issues through mediation, this sets a very good example for the children in their future lives. Mediation offers divorcing parents the opportunity to control their own lives, make decisions for themselves and to minimize harm to their children.
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