Constance Ahrons Livres

The book explores the long-term effects of divorce on children by revisiting interviews with 173 adults whose parents divorced two decades prior. Constance Ahrons, Ph.D., reveals insights into how these individuals have processed their experiences, offering hope and understanding regarding the legacy of divorce. The findings build on her earlier work, "The Good Divorce," highlighting resilience and the potential for positive outcomes in the lives of children from divorced families.

It's never too late to have a good divorce Based on two decades of groundbreaking research, The Good Divorce presents the surprising finding that in more than fifty percent of divorces couples end their marriages, yet preserve their families. Dr. Ahrons shows couples how they can move beyond the confusing, even terrifying early stages of breakup and learn to deal with the transition from a nuclear to a "binuclear" family--one that spans two households and continues to meet the needs of children. The Good Divorce makes an important contribution to the ongoing "family values" debate by dispelling the myth that divorce inevitability leaves emotionally troubles children in its wake. It is a powerful tonic for the millions of divorcing and long-divorces parents who are tired of hearing only the damage reports. It will make us change the way we think about divorce and the way we divorce, reconfirming our commitment to children and families.