A connection has even been made between children of single parents and higher rates of obesity" and using illegal drugs.
Research has shown that there are certain factors that help single-parent families. One thing these successful families have in common is a strong support network, such as extended family, friends. or even special interest groups. Single parents need to remember that nobody as does it alone and there are many resources available to help them. For example, there may be government or non-profit organizations dedicated to helping single-parent families, or they can even turn to schools, community centers, and religious organizations.