The following table shows typical age-related reactions that children might have to their parents’ break-up. The age bands are not fixed and children can respond in different ways.
Remember – there’s no such thing as a typical child.
How children react to separation and how to help them
Related Links
- If you can't be with your child
- Counselling
- Information and advice on local services for parents and families in Walesfrom the Family Information Service
Tel: 0300 123 7777 - Advice if you're worried about a child or need advice about child protectionon the NSPCC website
Tel: 0808 800 5000
Your support guide
In this guide
Overall Progress
Related Links
- If you can't be with your child
- Counselling
- Information and advice on local services for parents and families in Walesfrom the Family Information Service
Tel: 0300 123 7777 - Advice if you're worried about a child or need advice about child protectionon the NSPCC website
Tel: 0808 800 5000