Writing Proposal

Natalie Abendschein

Dr. Marquard

ENG 1060-013

25 April 2013

Research Proposal

            In this paper, I will be addressing the effect that divorce has on children.  Divorce is a very hard time not only for the children involved, but for the parents as well.  With the extra stress, often times, it can lead to parents lacking in their parenting skills causing them to disconnect or become very critical and angry with their child without meaning to.  Research I found provides support as to how parents can make a strong bond with their child through the Mindful Parenting Program.  Also, other research indicates the use of school counselors and teachers to have their understanding and connection with the child in order to help the child cope.  All of this and more will help support my argument which is, with divorce being an overwhelming experience for not only the child, but the parents involved, it can often lead to a lack in parenting skills that affects the child.  A child should not feel as if they have to pick a side and should be able to feel close with both parents and have a strong relationship with both of them. 

            The essay will continue, arguing three different ideas.  These ideas are, first, this essay will take a look at how a child involved in a divorce acts in school and the ways their teachers and counselors help them.  Secondly, this essay will argue if having both parents involved in the child’s life is more beneficial to the child as opposed to having only one parent involved.   Finally, this essay will argue that this research can effectively be used and look at a child before a divorce, and after a divorce.

            It is very important for everyone, especially parents going through a divorce with children, to understand these ideas.  With a better understanding, they will be able to change their ways and help their child cope and even develop a much stronger relationship with their child than they might have had before.  If everyone can understand these factors, they can help children involved in divorce, whether the child is theirs or not.