There are lots of people around you who can help you cope with your parents separating. Sometimes, just talking to a friend can help a lot, especially if his or her parents have also separated.

You can also talk to an adult you trust, like:

• A relative (an aunt or uncle, or your grandmother or grandfather)
• Your teacher
• Your school counsellor
• Someone at your place of worship
• Your family doctor.

These people can help by:

• Just listening
• Helping you to put things in perspective
• Suggesting things you can do to make things better
• Connecting you with other people who can help.