The parent of a school-age child tells the school nurse that he or she is going through a divorce.The child has not been doing well in school and sometimes has trouble sleeping.What should the nurse recognize about this behaviour?

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Parental divorce affects school-age children in many ways.In addition to difficulties in school,they often have profound sadness,depression,fear,insecurity,frequent crying,loss of appetite,and sleep disorders.Uncommon responses to parental divorce include indications of maladjustment,the suggestion of a lack of adequate parenting,and the need for referral.

The Parent of a School-Age Child Tells the School Nurse