Wealthy Kids Are More Affected by Divorce Than Poor Kids

Wealthy Kids Are More Affected by Divorce Than Poor Kids

Children of wealthy families that come apart have a bigger spike in behavior problems than children of poor families who experience the same thing. But wealthier children benefit more from being incorporated into stepfamilies than poorer children do. So says a new study in the latest issue of Child Development, which also noted the kids’ age when parents separate plays a key role, with the most vulnerable stage being from 3 to 5 years old.