Caught in the Middle

Key Takeaway

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Speak up and seek help from a trusted adult who can support you if you ever feel caught in the middle of your parents’ conflict.

Caught in the middle
Grounding exercise: name 5 things you can see, 4 things you can hear, 3 things you can touch, 2 things you can taste and 1 thing you can smell
Callouts

Remember

Try telling your parents how you feel. 

They might not realize what they are doing, and once they do, they might stop. If it's too hard for you to say things like this face to face with your parents, try using a different way of communicating with them, like texting..

Callouts

Get Help

If you're having difficulty talking to your parents or feel overwhelmed, consider reaching out to a trusted adult for guidance and support. Or try the Kids Help Phone by texting CONNECT to 686868.

Tips on getting out of the middle

Q&A

Question

Do I have to take sides, or choose one parent over the other?

Answer

No, you don't. You have the right to love and be loved by both parents. 

If you are feeling pressured to take sides, and you feel you are caught in the middle of your parents' problems, tell them.

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