"...In the same 10-year follow-up study (Wallerstein, 1989), children who adjusted well had:
A mother-child relationship characterized by mutual respect, consideration, and a mother who had reorganized her life and “had a life.”
Children who had moved to live with their father had a similar relationship with their father as described in 1 above. Father had set limits on his professional development so he could have a relationship with his children.
A positive relationship with a set of grandparents who stayed out of the parental conflict and identified and met children’s needs.
A history of stability in the post-divorce family arrangements. Organized households with rules and clear expectations were important.
Seen a good, healthy, and positive adult couple relationship between at least one parent and a new partner..."
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