Whether you're together or separated, conflict is a normal part of any parenting relationship. It only starts to become a problem when conflict is frequent, intense and poorly resolved. There is also strong evidence to show how parental conflict can have a significantly negative impact on children’s long-term outcomes.
Parental conflict may include:
- a lack of warmth or emotional connection
- intense / regular arguments
- not listening / understanding others perspective
- not accepting the outcome of arguments
Parental conflict can affect children’s:
- Mental health and happiness
- Behaviour
- Education / Employability
- Physical Health
- Relationships
Programmes and support available
Separated Parents Resolution, Information, Navigation, Growth
SPRING is a bespoke support intervention programme that helps co-parents improve child arrangements and their communication, and reduce conflict through a Parenting Plan.
Visit the SPRING page for more information.
Online programmes
OnePlusOne
It is never too late to learn the skills that can help you have happy and healthy relationships. For over fifty years, OnePlusOne have used relationship research to create innovative and accessible support to help people get on better. Their tools include online courses, apps, self-guided learning, podcasts, professional training, and an expert-led community.
Face to face programmes
Healthy relationships parenting group - parents together
Whether you are together or co-parenting, we understand that conflict is a normal part of everyday life and relationships. When conflict escalates and is not resolved, it can have a huge impact on children, young people and the family.
We will help parents work on:
- communicating effectively
- problem solving
- effective co-parenting
- understanding their causes of conflict
- self help techniques
- managing stress
- exploring the impact of conflict for their children
Courses available:
- Couples in a relationship - free 5 week course
- Separated parents - free 3 week course
Register your interest in the Healthy relationships parenting course
One to one support
Relationship toolkit structured support sessions
This toolkit aims to bring parents together to understand the impact that conflict can have on their children. Supporting parents during 6 sessions to make positive changes in the way they communicate and manage their conflict.
Contact your local Family Hub or Children's Centre for more information