For the Sake of the Children [Paperback]

Kris Kline (Author), Stephen Pew Ph.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 10, 1992

This is a study to prevent needless child suffering after divorce. The anger and resentment that accompany divorce do not dissolve when the papers are signed; oftentimes bitterness lingers on for years. Unfortunately this can cause tremendous harm to the children, who still love both parents. In this wise and practical book, the authors offer effective ways to break the pattern of behavior that leads to further pain. More important, this book teaches parents how to ensure the emotional well-being of their children while maintaining their own sense of dignity and respect.

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Editorial Reviews

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This book is written for the layperson seeking to relate to an ex-spouse, his or her new family, and former in-laws in a noncombative manner. Although Kline, a divorced parent, and Pew, a specialist in child behavior and family relationships, acknowledge that divorced persons may need to deal with their own emotions through appropriate counseling, the theme of their book is putting aside those feelings in order to achieve "situational peace" when ex-spouses interact as parents. Suggestions are offered for viewing a situation from your child's perspective, and for breaking old cycles of angry behavior. By substituting standards of business etiquette, communication with an ex-spouse whom one dislikes is possible. Although numerous books are available dealing with divorce, this work offers a unique viewpoint on a topic of widespread concern and is recommended for most popular psychology sections.
- Kay Brodie, Chesapeake Coll., Wye Mills, Md.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Kris Kline is a parent whose bitter divorce and subsequent triumph over her own angerfor the sake of her daughtersgave the impetus for the writing of this book.

Stephen Pew, Ph.D., specializes in child behavior and family relationships. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Prima Lifestyles (October 10, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 155958226X
• ISBN-13: 978-1559582261
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,517,416 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: For the Sake of the Children: How to Share Your Children with Your Ex-Spouse in Spite of Your Anger (Paperback)

For The Sake of The Children is a must read for all parents whoare entering into a divorce and aren't getting along. This book helpsthe reader learn to look at how the children see things rather than the way the situation makes the parent feel. This book teaches the reader that it's important to try to see each situation through the child's eyes and not concern ones self with what the ex or soon to be ex is doing right or wrong, but to focus on your own reactions. After all that is all you can control! I cannot recommend it highly enough!