Going through a divorce and worried about the impact it will have on your kids? Parents play an important role in how a child copes with divorce. Dr. Dehra Harris, Pediatric Psychiatrist at St Louis Children’s Hospital offers her suggestions for managing the impact of divorce on kids.  Divorce is stressful, but it doesn’t have to be traumatic. When navigating a divorce, prioritize open and honest communication to help make children feel as comfortable as possible.