Atlanta Divorce Law Group - April 2020

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ATLANTA DIVORCE LAW GROUP?

Divorce alters the entire landscape of your life. According to WebMD.com, the grief experienced by people going through a divorce is often equitable to the grief experienced after the death of a loved one. Common challenges for newly divorced people include worrying about housing and finances, grief over a lost life, and stress over the legal process.

WHAT: Hosted by Kathleen Shack, MS, LMFT, Happily Ever After Divorce Support Group is focused on helping people connect. The group strives to help members let go of wanting to know why their divorce happened and start looking toward their future. Here, group members can explore feelings of anger, bitterness, sadness, and grief in a safe and supportive zone. Please call ahead to confirm in- person events will be held. DIVORCE PROCESS 101 WHEN: Thursday, April 16; 6:30–7:30 p.m. WHERE: https://atlantadivorcelawgroup.com/ seminars/considering-divorce/ (Virtual Meeting) WHAT: So much of getting a divorce is about stepping into the unknown, but the legal processes involved in getting a divorce don’t

Making the decision to enter the divorce process involves stepping out of what is safe and familiar and into the unknown, and support from others is one of the keys to thriving, not just surviving, in a divorce. At Atlanta Divorce Law Group, we are committed to providing support for our clients, whether that means providing legal support or connecting our clients to social support. If you are seeking social support or education about the legal processes involved in divorce, consider attending the following complimentary events: HAPPILY EVER AFTER DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP

have to be a mystery. At our Divorce Process 101 seminar, come enjoy light refreshments and a free overview of what the legal process of divorce looks like. Please call ahead to confirm this event will take place.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 15 WHERE: https://atlantadivorcelawgroup. com/happily-ever-after-divorce-support- group/#calendar (Virtual Meeting)

Visit AtlantaDivorceLawGroup.com to register or to learn more.

Helping Your Child Overcome Anxiety THE AGE OF STRESS

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILD IS STRESSED?

It’s hard to imagine kids as anything but carefree, happy, and eager to explore the world around them. However, children experience stress just like adults do, which can severely impact their typically cheerful dispositions. Since April is National Stress Awareness Month, now is an opportune time to familiarize yourself with tools and information that can help you alleviate your child’s stress.

Don’t stop here. For more tools and information regarding stress reduction in children, visit KidsHealth.org or contact your doctor.

When a kid is stressed, they will exhibit odd behavior and even undergo physical changes. Depending on your child’s age, watch for mood swings, changes in sleep patterns, headaches, trouble focusing, or withdrawal from the people around them. According to KidsHealth.org, younger children may also pick up habits like twirling their hair or sucking their thumb, while older kids may start to bully others, lie, or rebel.

WHAT ARE THEIR STRESSORS?

CAN I HELP REDUCE THEIR STRESS?

Any number of everyday factors can lead to stress, and stress can plague anyone who feels overwhelmed. Toddlers and young children going to day care or school for the first time may experience separation anxiety due to being apart from their parents. Older kids and teenagers may feel mounting social and academic pressure. Even something as simple as overhearing loved ones arguing or seeing a sad news report can add to a child’s stress levels.

According to KidsHealth.org, good nutrition, proper rest, and healthy attention are great ways to help kids manage their stress. Set time aside each day to talk and spend time with your children; talking about worries will reduce or relieve anxieties. If you know about an upcoming stressful situation, like a school exam or a health checkup, prepare your child by studying with them or talking to them about what to expect.

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