Are you ready to find, using drawings, what are the effects
of divorce on children?

The moment their parents decide to break up is perceived by many children as a difficult one that is hard to forget. We should be aware of the effects of divorce, because the child may experience the post-divorce period as traumatic and characterized by emotions such as anger, sadness and guilt.

These complex emotions are clearly reflected in children's drawings, allowing you to better understand and help them work through this complex process in the best way for them.

Analyzing children's drawings will help you understand:

The emotional and social status – Drawings may reveal emotions which children often prefer to conceal, because of various reasons such as the wish to be perceived as strong and competent. Such concealment is also an age-appropriate characteristic, as some children tend to avoid sharing their school experiences with their parents. The sensitivity of the post-divorce period, however, necessitates a powerful tool to understand the child's condition and the effect of divorce.   

The crisis stage the child is in – In this e-book we will go into detail, explaining the different stages of divorce, from the pre-divorce period to the post-divorce stabilization phase, in which every member accepts the new order. You will be able to use this knowledge to better communicate with children and help them go through the complex process.

Post-divorce difficulties children may have – Every child copes differently with divorce, as he is also affected by his personality and social environment. However, studies found several common factors that affect the way children cope with divorce. These factors will be explained, to enable you to better understand the effects of divorce, and illustrated by drawings of children to divorced parents.  

The communication and solution children need – The type of solution children need is derived from their personality and social status. Drawings may help you identify the communication pattern most suitable for them, to promote a positive atmosphere at home and choose the right solution for their difficulties.


Our eBook discusses the following issues:

Introduction – The first section offers a general review about the effects of divorce from children's perspective and the advantages drawings have when reaching out to help children with divorce-related difficulties. Such difficulties often cause behavioral regression which is also expressed in drawings.

Phases in the divorce process – In this section we discuss the characteristics of each phase in the divorce process, mainly from the child's point of view. Obviously, these characteristics are represented in children's drawings, because children are very sensitive to their family dynamics during the crisis.

Psychological effects (coping stages) – The child's reactions to divorce depend on various factors. However, many of these reactions are typical to most children to divorced parents. In this section, each typical reaction is elaborated and illustrated through children's drawings.    

The effects of divorce on preschoolers – Studies show that children's reactions to divorce vary with age, with preschoolers being a particularly sensitive age group. In this section, we review the various reasons for their difficulties, together with examples of drawings related to each.

Factors affecting children's adjustment to divorce – Children's adjustment to divorce is related to range of family, psychological and socio-cultural factors. These factors are discussed in detail in this section. Understanding them will provide you with valuable tools to cope with your child's emotional or social difficulties.

Children's reactions to divorce – This section offers a comprehensive review of typical reactions to divorce and how they are communicated by children's drawings. Children's reactions to divorce are not always clear to their parents, many of whom tend to attribute them to other events in the child's life. However, it is important to identify them using the child's drawings and cope with them head-on.  

Parents' reactions to divorce – Divorce may be settled on in either a friendly or a hostile atmosphere. The final outcome of the divorce process (custody, visiting arrangements) affects above all the children, who immediately mirror their feelings through their drawings. In this section we focus on a hostile divorce process, its common patterns and their representation in drawings.   

Post-divorce fatherhood – The fact most children remain in their mother's custody following divorce has a major effect on the father, as well as on their attitude towards him. This section explores the effects of divorce from the father's point of view, and reviews a particular case of a father who is unsure how his child perceives him following divorce.  

Educate your child according to his age – We believe every solution should be applied according to your child's age, because children's conceptualization level varies with age. This section offers tips on age-appropriate approaches to children after divorce, while also considering their specific personality traits.

Conclusion – In the final section of this eBook we provide parents, educators and therapists with straightforward, practical solutions to successfully work through the divorce crisis.

What did you have to say about this e-book?
"Your information helped me substantiate my concerns regarding my six year-old son. The e-book is written in a clear language and provides practical tips on how to cope with divorce using children's drawings.
Thanks to you, I diagnosed my son's condition and today I find it much easier to cope with his difficulties."