Resilience in the Face of Divorce: Navigating Children’s Trauma with Dr. Miriam Adahan - Part 2

Introduction of the Guest
Join us once again as we welcome Dr. Miriam Adahan, a renowned clinical psychologist and Survivor Of Domestic Abuse (S.O.D.A.). Dr. Adahan has dedicated her life to supporting victims of abuse and their families, authoring several influential books on living with and understanding difficult people. Her insights into emotional resilience and her therapeutic approaches have helped countless individuals find healing and empowerment.


About The Host
Shoshana Goldstein-Nissenbaum is a licensed toenet rabbanit (halachic advocate) and mediator, committed to guiding individuals through complex legal and emotional landscapes with compassion and expertise. As the host of "Divorcing with Dignity," she leverages her extensive knowledge in halacha and mediation to provide valuable insights and support to those navigating the challenges of divorce.

Shoshana's dedication to helping others is evident in her thoughtful approach and commitment to promoting emotional resilience and dignity in the face of adversity.



Inside the Conversation of This Episode

1) Psychological Impacts of High-Conflict Environments on Children -
This podcast episode of "Divorcing with Dignity" features Dr. Miriam Adahan, a domestic abuse survivor, who discusses the profound psychological impacts of divorce on children. Dr. Miriam Adahan highlights that the key issues stem from high-conflict environments, not necessarily the divorce itself. Children need emotionally regulated parents to learn emotional regulation. She emphasizes that love involves trust, respect, and empathy, which are often missing in high-conflict homes.

Children witnessing constant parental conflict might struggle with emotional regulation and may develop different coping mechanisms based on their personality types. For instance, some children might suppress their emotions, while others may develop constant anxiety or melancholy.


2) Empowering Parents to Support Children in High-Conflict Situations -
The positive effects of the discussion include raising awareness about the critical need for emotionally stable environments for children, whether parents are divorced or together. Dr. Miriam Adahan provides practical advice for parents, such as acknowledging and validating children's feelings and maintaining emotional stability. She underscores the importance of at least one supportive adult in a child's life to help mitigate the effects of a high-conflict environment.

This discussion empowers parents with tools to better support their children through difficult family dynamics and highlights the importance of not excusing abusive behavior, but rather addressing it constructively to prevent long-term psychological harm to children.


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