Q&A With Maryland Social Worker Risa Garon, LCSW-C, BCD, CFLE Executive Director and Co-founder of The National Family Resiliency Center, Inc., Rockville, Maryland

Q: I recently got separated from my children's parent and I am not up to celebrating the upcoming holidays. Will this hurt my children?

A: It really depends on how you convey this to the children. It is important to see where your children are and how into celebrating they are. Most children regardless of what changes they have had to make still want to celebrate. It is part of being a child. If you can make part of the holiday manageable for you emotionally, it would help your children have a sense of hope that they are still part of a family. This could help give you a sense of hope as well. The main task for you it to be honest with yourself about what you can safely manage emotionally and financially. If you would benefit from support from a close relative or friend, that person might help you get through the holidays while being able to celebrate with your children. Read More...

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