REQUIRED CLASS

The state of Florida requires that parents with minor children who are getting divorced (or who are going through a paternity case that involves issues of parental responsibility) attend a seminar specifically designed to help them make healthy choices regarding their children. The parties don't have to attend together. (and course attendance can be excused by the court for good cause) Positive Parenting Through Divorce, with locations in Davie, Coral Springs and Boca Raton, offers such a seminar which is approved by the 17th Judicial Circuit Court in Broward County, Florida.

The Positive Parenting Through Divorce seminar explores co-parenting issues, children’s developmental stages, new relationships, step-family issues, healthy communication as well as some legal issues. Parents taking the course will also learn new skills for negotiation and how to avoid a negative divorce experience for themselves and their children. The goals of the course include reduced conflict, better communication, closer relationships between parents and children, reduced stress, and better adjustment throughout the different stages of the divorce process. To register for a class PLEASE CALL 954-252-9130. Or email the program coordinator at: paul@nova.edu

Topics covered in Positive Parenting Through Divorce:

How to discuss divorce with children

Designing a workable parenting plan

How to create a healthy home environment

Avoiding the most common parenting mistakes

Legal aspects of divorce

The most common step-family issues

Healthy communication & co-parenting skills

Typical child reactions and how to deal with them

Signs of abuse Economics realities of divorce

Strategies for dealing with a difficult parent

What kids need to maintain stability

Help children through transition issues

To help your child adjust to two households

To manage your own emotional reactions

Domestic/child abuse

Resources for help

TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS PLEASE CALL 954-252-9130 or e-mail the program director, Paul Maione, Ph.D. at paul@nova.edu