Single-Parent Introduction Even though the Census Bureau has shown that single-parent families are increasing every year, I didn't want to be a static person in not providing for my family but just another public assistance person. a single parent is not your first parent when you get married, you think it will be until death parts you. You have to decide whether you want to be in an abusive relationship or be at peace and happy. After living with an abusive husband and son, I decided I didn't have to put up with the abuse and could do it on my own. Once I decided I was tired of the abuse and needed to feel safe, I left my husband. My parents open the doors and say to go home. There are many obstacles a single parent faces in making this decision: You must decide what is important for your survival. Sometimes there may not be money available to pay the rent, buy groceries and shoes for the child. You have to decide what to import and where to get help. That's when the church family and your family play an important role. Leaving and divorcing her abusive husband was a matter of surviving and not living in fear. Having a parent who supports your move and is willing to help you start over is a plus. Statistics showed that children from single-parent families were more likely to be minors or that girls were more likely to become pregnant. I, however, was determined to prove that this did not have to be true for my children. Just because my daughter didn't grow up with two parents doesn't mean she couldn't achieve this goal. When I left my husband I made a conscience decision not to leave it static. I emphasize his education if he wants to drive that purple Jaguar working minimum wage would get and establish disci......middle of the card......your location. When giving punishment, stay calm and don't react during a heated moment. Being consistent with all kids doesn't make a difference. Be children. Conclusion On the other hand, I was determined to prove that this did not have to be true for my children. Just because my daughter didn't grow up with two parents doesn't mean she couldn't achieve this goal. When I left my husband I made a conscience decision not to leave it static. I emphasize his education and establish rules that are understood and not questioned. If you have no training or education you need to decide whether you want to receive public assistance or something better for you and your children, even if that means working at McDonald's until you can improve your situation. Despite what the static shows, a single parent can be successful by having religion, finance, discipline and strong family support.