Single parent families

My aunt and uncle recently got divorced.  I can definitely relate what was said in class about the kids having to do more around the house to their family.  Before they got a divorce, my cousins never had chores and basically were given whatever they wanted.  Then the divorce happened, and within the first month, I already noticed a number of changes.  Without even being told my oldest cousin began doing laundry, they both got jobs, began paying for things themselves and they both just matured a ton from being forced to be so independent.  Another thing I have noticed with their family is how close both my cousins have grown together.  It seems to me like they rely on each other more because there is not always a parent present.  I think they have realized that if they want there family to stay strong, they have to work together to get certain things done around the house.