CDA Emotional & Psychological Aspects of Divorce 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'divorce identity disruption'?

Accepted Answer

Disorientation from losing roles, routines, and self-definition tied to the marriage

Answer

Divorce identity disruption occurs when the end of a marriage dismantles core self-concepts such as 'spouse,' 'family unit member,' or shared future plans.

Question 2

Post-traumatic growth (PTG) following divorce is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Positive psychological change emerging from the struggle with a highly challenging event

Answer

PTG describes meaningful positive change — including new perspectives, closer relationships, and personal strength — that can emerge from the painful process of divorce.

Question 3

A client describes feeling relieved the marriage is ending but simultaneously guilty about feeling that relief. A CDA should recognize this as:

Accepted Answer

A normal and common emotional contradiction during divorce

Answer

Mixed emotions — including relief alongside guilt or grief — are extremely common during divorce and do not indicate pathology.

Question 4

Which attachment style, developed in adulthood, is associated with the most difficulty adjusting to divorce?

Accepted Answer

Anxious-preoccupied attachment

Answer

Anxious-preoccupied attachment leads to hyperactivation of distress and fear of abandonment, making divorce adjustment particularly difficult.

Question 5

When a divorcing parent unconsciously shares inappropriate details about legal proceedings with their child to gain sympathy, this is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Emotional parentification / triangulation

Answer

Emotional parentification or triangulation occurs when a parent places a child in the role of confidant or emotional support, burdening the child with adult concerns.

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CDA Emotional & Psychological Aspects of Divorce 3