[Assignment- First Two Year Batch-MEd. 2015-17
- Govt. College of Teacher Education, Thiruvananthapuram]
Addressing
Gender-Specific Issues Can Improve Co-Parenting
- Rick Nauert PhD
Although most agree that co-parenting after a divorce provides the
best environment for kids, successful co-parenting is often challenged by a
variety of gender-specific issues.
A new study from the
University of Missouri examines co-parenting challenges from a gender
standpoint with a goal of improving the ability of divorced parents to work
together in supporting their children’s development.
Co-parenting, sometimes called joint parenting
or shared parenting, is the experience of raising children as a single parent
when separation or divorce occurs. Men and women deal with
stress differently and react to certain issues differently. These different
stresses often affect their parenting and a relationship with a co-parent,
which thereby affects the stability of a co-parenting plan. It is critical to
work through issues thoughtfully and carefully, not allowing temporary emotions
to drive decisions. A strong co-parenting plan will provide stability and
continuity for parents and children as they weather difficult seasons and
adjust to life after divorce. Co-parenting is the best option for children
*Feel secure. When
confident of the love of both parents, kids adjust more quickly and easily to
divorce and have better self-esteem.
*Benefit from consistency. Co-parenting fosters similar rules, discipline, and rewards
between households, so children know what to expect, and what’s expected of
them.
*Better understand problem solving. Children who see their parents continuing to work together
are more likely to learn how to effectively and peacefully solve problems
themselves.
*Have a healthy example to follow. By cooperating with the other parent, you are establishing a
life pattern your children can carry into the future.
Suggestion
1.Commit to making co-parenting an open dialogue with their Ex
2.Rules should be consistent and agreed upon at both households
3.Commit to positive talk around the house.
4.Fathers need opportunities to spend quality time with
their children
References
*https://www.helpguide.org/articles/family-divorce/co-parenting-tips-for-divorced-parents.htm
*http://psychcentral.com/news/2016/10/27/addressing-gender-specific-issues-can-improve-co-parenting/111691.html
*http://www.iaconolaw.net/blog/2016/11/equipping-parents-to-deal-with-the-complications-of-child-custody.shtml
Submitted by Ms. Vijila VV.
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