There are many people around you who can help you cope with your parents splitting up. Sometimes just talking to a friend can help a lot, especially if his or her parents have also split up. You can also talk to an adult you trust, like

• a relative (aunt, uncle, grandmother, grandfather);
• your teacher;
• your school counselor;
• court personnel;
• someone at your place of worship; or
• your family doctor.

These people can help by

• listening;,
• helping you to put things in perspective,
• suggesting things you can do to feel better; and
• connecting you with other people who can help.

If there is violence going on, you can call the National Domestic Violence Helpline at 1-800-799-SAFE to talk to someone now.