The February contest #1 by sduttaskitchen|Challenges for a single parent!
Single parenting has not or never being an easy one, its usually demanding and pressing. One person managing the role of two people, that's strenuous. Most times the challenges are so much and overwhelming but they never give up just because of their child/children. These pressures often amount to stress making them experience depression.
Please identify and discuss several challenges faced by single parents.
There are several challenges faced by single parents which includes;
- Financial capability:
This is the heap of them all because without finances, nothing can be done. Children are not concerned about how much you earn monthly or yearly, they are only concerned about what they need and want. Judging from the economy level of a country today, no amount of salary earned would be enough to do the needful, not when its coming from one person.
- Time management;
When there is no partner to split chores with, the struggle to meet up with time is mostly unachievable. You could miss out on some important meetings or appointments because of stress. No time for self care, hobbies, or rest because of how engaged they become in making sure the kids are comfortable.
- Emotional and mental health;
It is normal that most of the single parents feel socially isolated from friends because they are always busy and have no time for social outings or gatherings. Most times guilt hunts us down, when remembering how it all started and how it is going, we feel we could reverse the hand of time. Not providing enough for the child or not giving the child the best life is a guilt that won't disappear even when more efforts is put into it.
How does one perceive adaptation in the context of an individual? Please share your perspective on this matter.
Well, adaptation in the context of an individual is the ability to change ones emotions, thoughts, actions to dance in the tune of what is playing within the environment or life circumstances. When a person encounters change no matter the change, the first adaptation is mental acceptance.
Emotionally, adaptation is seen in how a person manages stress. Some people follow up by learning to regulate their emotions and seeking support when necessary. Others adapt by redefining their goals, expectations and values to align with their new status/situation.
In behaviour, adaptation is seen in practical adjustments like; acquiring a new skill, change of habit, or new routine that help one live effectively.
This simple means accepting reality as it plays out rather than the way you wish it to be. Accepting here does not mean failure, but an opportunity for growth and learning. Adaptation is a continuos and personal process. It shows self-awareness, flexibility and the readiness to learn and grow through it which gives room for development and self-recovery.
Do you believe that a child requires the involvement of both parents equally to achieve optimal development? I invite you to share your perspectives on this matter.
Yes, a child benefits more from the active involvements of the both parents because each parent has their own way or style of discipline and training. When both parents are present, the child is likely to experience safety, stability. This involvement positively influence a child's behaviour, and confidence.
However, optimal development is not achieved only from having both parents active. I have seen a child who stayed under the influence of both parents and still the child under one parent turned out better.
Lastly I would say that a child's development depends on quality of care, emotional presence of the parent, and a supportive environment, these are the key factor in raising a good child either as a both parents or single parent.
See you soon, and thanks for stopping by!
I invite @pandora2010 @polash123 @bossj23