Generational Effects

Children from broken homes face greater risks
in all major areas of life

They are more likely to experience hardships - whether low income, unemployment, poverty, or homelessness.

They are more likely to experience problems - whether to well-being, health or crime.

They are more likely to be unsuccessful - whether at school, at work or in relationships.

They are more likely to avoid marriage and more likely to divorce if they do marry (O'Neill, 2002)

60,000 children are in care, 98% of admissions are due to family breakdown (Department of Health, 2002, ref 2002/0193)