Auto
Family
     Balancing Family And Career
When Both Parents Work
Consider Your Options
Enhance Family Time
Avoid Burnout
Special Situations
Education
     Family Values: Building A Legacy
Living A Greener Life
Marital Transitions
Safety
Wellness
Elder Care
Coping With Loss
Military
Bar
House
Bar
Insurance
 
Home | Safety | Forms & Lists | Order Publications | For The Military | About Us | Site Map


Special Situations

Previous

If you are a single parent, face the prolonged absences of a military spouse, a stay-at-home dad or care for children and elders at the same time, the following information can help you manage your situation.

Single-Parent Families

If you are a single parent, you are not alone. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that more than 27 percent of American children live in a single parent home. In addition to the normal challenges of parenting, single parents may need to address issues such as:
  • Children’s greater risk for behavioral and social problems, low self-esteem or poor school performance.
  • Lack of personal time.
  • Restricted social life.
  • Financial stress.
  • Lonelin