NP619 Module 9 & 10 Flashcards
1
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Effects of divorce on infants
A
Spit up
loss of appetite
feel the energy and stress of parents
2
Q
Effects of divorce
three to five years of age
A
believe they have caused their parents’ divorce
Preschoolers may fear being left alone or abandoned altogether. They may show baby-like
behavior, such as wanting their security blanket or old toys, or they begin wetting the bed
may become uncooperative, depressed, or angry
may act disobedient and aggressive.
3
Q
effects of divorce on school age children
A
School-age children are old enough to understand that they are in pain
because of their parents’ separation
may experience grief, embarrassment, resentment, divided loyalty and intense anger
They may complain
of headaches or stomachaches.
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