Dr. Walker is an Associate Professor at Missouri State University. She is a Microsociologist, whose work focuses on intimate sexual relationships, sexual identity and behavior, and gender. Specifically, Dr. Walker's work looks at the social construction of the sexual self, the ways we make sense of ourselves as sexual beings, the ways we navigate our sexual worlds, and our lived experiences as sexual beings. She has particular interest in closeted sexual behaviors and online initiation of sexual relationships. Dr. Walker is credited with creating a sociology of infidelity.
If you’re getting divorced, telling your kids is an essential part of the process. Always be honest, listen to them and answer any questions they have. The conversation will vary depending on their age, but trust yourself to know how to best provide support. It’s best to have this discussion when both parents are present to convey a sense of unity.
Divorce creates a lot of change and that’s uncomfortable and scary for kids. Even if there has been a lot of tension and conflict in the home, children will be resistant to the idea of divorce. For them, it means they won’t have both parents in their home everyday. Younger kids may be concerned about whether there will still be someone to meet their daily needs. They may think it’s their fault. Sometimes younger children believe they misbehaved and caused the divorce.