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divorce help. plz help meeee?
im 13 and in 8th grade. my parents are getting a divorce and i told a couple friends but im not even alowed to tell anyone. my teacher asked me whats up because my grades were slipping and i just said im out of it.
should i rly tell him?
im not alowed. but he would understand better and i might get a break like if my parents fight or i dont give in homework.
and anyother help would be great.
thanks for all the answers and tht help
10 Answers
- Jack RLv 41 decade agoFavorite Answer
Talk with your parents and ask them to talk with the teacher. If they won't then consult with a school councilor or an adult you can trust.
It is important for you to have someone mature and honest to help you through this difficult time. There will be times when you fill awful, but the divorce isn't your fault and will pass.
Perhaps focusing on doing well in school will distract you from the mess at home?
- 1 decade ago
Why are you not allowed to tell?? Its your life also...I think whats going on with your parents is just as difficult for you, if not worse-Tell your parents that you are struggling in school and that you would like to speak with the school counselor to see if possibly there is something you can do to bring up grades that have slipped and find tools and ways that can help you manage your personal situation at home a little bit better while you are in school! Some parents are so stupid in thinking that a divorce never affects the children-and in all HONESTY...It affects you more than it does them! Shame, shame!! Good luck to you! Im sure its been hard having to walk around with all of that on your heart! Keep your head up and when worse comes to worse, turn to a good friend!
- 1 decade ago
Just let your teacher know you have been having problems at home. Maybe there's a school counselor you can talk with. There may also be an afterschool homework group. That way you can get your homework done before going home and dealing with your parents. Good Luck and remeber that children are never the cause of a divorce.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
See what I mean-divorce effects the kids! People who are married hardly ever consider what they are doing to the kids. I was in the same boat at about 15 or so. I am sorry for you and I hope things get better.
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- Stacie TLv 41 decade ago
Yes, tell your teacher and also your school counselor. Your parents should not forbid you to tell anyone.
Divorce is common and people find out. If you parents didn't want anyone to know, then they should have stayed together.
- 1 decade ago
It's your teacher, it's fine to tell him why you are having issues in school. My opinion is that your parents should be the ones telling the teachers but since they wont go for it.
- ?Lv 51 decade ago
You should tell your parents what your teacher said, and ask them to call him. You shouldn't be looking for a "break" for not handing in homework, that's your job. Your dad does his job, your mom hers, your teacher does his job, now you do yours...
Their divorce is not your problem. Concentrate on your studies blood...
- Linda BLv 61 decade ago
I think you should talk to someone....a trusted teacher or a guidance counselor.....that it not telling everyone. Explain your situation and let them know that they don't want you discussing it, but you feel the need to talk to someone....that it is really bothering you. They will keep your secret and you will have someone trustworthy to talk to about this...
I am so sorry honey....I'm sure this is really hard for you....It's going to be alright....
((((((((HUGS))))))))).......Linda
- mmmLv 71 decade ago
Right now, you need to focus on school work. You don't go making excuses for something to get out of something - you man up and try harder . . .