Your Sister Chris Was Divorced Six Months Ago

Your sister Chris was divorced six months ago. She has custody of her two children, Brian and Andrew, ages 7 and 9. Both boys are having difficulties in school and your sister has yet to be her old self. What can you tell your sister about when she should expect things to get better?

A) Usually during the second year following the divorce, most families experience improvements.
B) Most families experience turmoil for several years following a divorce.
C) Life will never really get better; the impact of the divorce will cause ongoing problems.
D) The first year is the worst for all involved and, even though your sister will seem better in a year or so, her sons will continue to have problems.