Why is it important that parents talk to their children about social issues such as divorce finances and unemployment?

Answer 1

Divorce, finance, and unemployment are real-life issues that affect the majority of people in our culture. Therefore, teaching your children about these issues allows them to prepare themselves for such situations and to make good decision in relation to them.

Answer 2

Parents are the child's first teachers and have an influence on the things they think and do. Children need to know that they are part of a family, community, and the larger world. Social issues are part of that world and when a parent expresses a value about the world he/she is teaching the child about empathy, caring, compassion, sharing, and a regard for others. These are important in life and helps people do things for the common good of their family, church, and community. Creates a better world for all.