Family · Separation
The 7 fundamental needs of children when parents separate
Divorce and separation are delicate moments that deeply affect our children's well-being. Inspired by Judith Wallerstein's research and drawing on my experience in family therapy, I devoted a video to all the parents and professionals who wish to support children through these ordeals.
In it, I detail the 7 fundamental needs of children when their parents separate. These needs, often neglected, are crucial to preserving their psychological and emotional balance.
These guideposts, enriched by the practice of family therapy, are designed to help parents and professionals get through these difficult moments with compassion and understanding, keeping the children's well-being on course.
Books mentioned
La Malséparation : pourquoi on n’est pas séparés alors qu’on n’est plus ensemble (why we are not separated even though we are no longer together)
The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce: A 25 Year Landmark Study
Une terre promise (A Promised Land)
The 7 needs, one by one, are laid out in the video below — in French.
How to cite this article
Besse, J. (2024, March 3). The 7 fundamental needs of children when parents separate. Complexe Systémique. https://app.complexe-systemique.com/en_GB/articles/the-7-fundamental-needs-of-children-when-parents-separate
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