In something called “divorced dad syndrome,” she begins to lay out her complaints about her ex-husband and most exes. The idea that moms and dads should spend equal time parenting is all around fantastic but so are most romantic comedies. That doesnt mean life generally works that way.

What does divorced parents do to a child?

Behavior Problems Children from divorced families may experience more externalizing problems, such as conduct disorders, delinquency, and impulsive behavior than kids from two-parent families. 7 In addition to increased behavior problems, children may also experience more conflict with peers after a divorce.