In the first few months following divorce,

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Studies have shown that children of divorced parents may experience regression in their behavior, such as becoming more clingy, demanding, or acting out. This may be a coping mechanism for dealing with the stress of the divorce and changes in the family structure. While there may be changes in parenting styles, it is not necessarily true that mothers become more affectionate or effective, or that fathers become stricter and less indulgent.

In the First Few Months Following Divorce