A platform for divorce centered on the child, by the renowned psychoanalyst and award-winning author, Erica Komisar.

A good divorce is better than a bad marriage, but for children, this does not make the situation any easier. Legal decisions carry emotional consequences. Well-meaning parents can become hostile, insecure, or jealous, and well-adjusted children may mourn the loss of the family unit, feel anger from the pain they experience, or pressure their parents with guilt.

In the book "The Child-Healthy Divorce", the renowned psychoanalyst and award-winning author Erica Komisar leverages over 30 years of clinical experience and extensive research to show readers how to craft an effective plan focused on the needs of children, including how to talk about what is happening, how to maintain normal routines, and what to know about children of different ages.

For example, disconnecting a child from the primary caregiver before the age of three can lead to behavioral problems later in life. Teenagers going to college also need a stable home as a base to establish their independence.

With numerous case studies and practical strategies, the book guides parents on how to create age-appropriate custody arrangements, reassure children without dismissing their feelings, and build a positive supportive system. It also offers helpful advice for new partners, blended families, and other special situations. Most importantly, it offers hope.

No parent wants divorce, but if it becomes necessary, this book can help readers establish the emotional security their children need for success in life.