Compared data on individuals (N=23) who dropped out of postdivorce adjustment counseling groups with those who completed the programs (N=57). Results showed that dropouts had more children, less income and increased length of separation from spouse. Proposes guidelines to assist counselors in the screening process for divorce groups. (WAS)

Participating in the child custody proceedings requires that the counselor delineate and understand the relevant criteria for determinations, maintain an academic rationale in the evaluation, and control bias and unjustified subjectivity. It is only through this route that sexism can be avoided. (Author)

After working extensively with divorce adjustment groups, the author describes techniques and problems regarding effective counseling of divorced people. (HMV)

Presents a cognitively based model, founded on rational emotive therapy, as a basis for assessment and intervention strategies for assisting individuals to cope with feelings of loss in response to divorce. The model is seen as a four-pane window through which persons might see their divorce. (Author/JAC)

During divorce, women feel dependent and confused. Whether intended or not, the direction of a woman's growth (indeed, whether or not there is any) will reflect the counselor's belief in what is possible and appropriate for women. (Author)

Each case presented here will give an example of a child in a specific stage of the divorce model. One example is given for each of the stages in the model, and it is hoped that the readers will generalize from the specific situation. (Author)

The children facing divorce program began last year and was built on the talents of an interdisciplinary staff. Included are experts in client-centered counseling, sociometry and psychodrama, Gestalt and TA, behavior modification, and various eclectic approaches to family therapy. (Author)

Discusses a five-session group experience within the context of establishing a support group for single custodial fathers. Includes topics of dating, remarriage, homemaking and house maintenance, and the effects of divorce on children. A follow-up showed fathers appreciated the sense of community and specific information and coping strategies.…

Introduces a reality-based perspective on divorce groups so elementary school counselors may have an advanced cognitive set for and realistic expectation of the counseling group. Drawing, role playing and rehearsal, and books and puppets can be used to help the child accept divorce through peer support. (Author/JAC)

Provides some insight into the statistical scope of the single father phenomenon. Pinpoints psychological, interpersonal and environmental stresses in the single father's life. Presents major characteristics of the single father and notes some counseling recommendations. (RC)

Loss through divorce, frequently involves a higher need for counseling than loss through death because the client frequntly receives a devalued self-concept when an active choice is made to terminate the relationship. The model presented has proven to be effective in assisting clients to reevaluate self-worth in a constructive manner. (Author)

Discusses marriage and divorce myths and their relationship. Describes social support for the divorce myth including the legal system, church, economic factors, and research. Offers alternatives to the divorce myth and suggestions for counselors working with divorcing couples with children. (RC)

Describes interventions to solve problems encountered by members of families in transition. Proposes mediation between ex-spouses to reduce stress. Recommends training for parents in contingency management and communication skills. Recommends skill training methods that use the behavioral principles of skill identification, modeling, and…