There is a strategy to overcome the negative effects of single parenting. We can't do much about the social stigma, other than ignore it! Do your very best as a mom and hold your head high. We can work hard to support the school in their education of our children and also provide educational opportunities outside of school. As far as earning money goes my advice would be to look into the entrepeneurial option, do some research on the net and see what inspiration you get. To deal with the psychological negative effect of single parenting the key is to behave as moms as we would like our kids to behave, as they learn by example. We should give our kids as much love, support, patience and firm boundaries as we can. When our kids are happy social problems will be less of an issue. True Colours Transformations is a coaching organisation specialising in supporting women in overcoming the emotions of divorce and separation.