Frequently I will get an e-mail or call from a targeted parent asking me which of my books and writings do I think they should share with their alienated child, as a means of enlightening that child ...

Parental alienation can have far-reaching and enduring effects, including difficulties with reality testing, social withdrawal, and relationship problems. Depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ...

Parental alienation has become the nuclear weapon of custody battles. Accuse your ex of alienating your children, and you might win full custody. Get caught actually alienating, and you could lose ...

Prevention of the disintegration of families is such an important goal that judges, traditionally cautious, practical, and careful, can be enlisted to actively try to reverse the effects of a family's ...

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During conflict within families, children often side with one parent. When does that behavior turn into more harmful parental alienation? Medically reviewed by Dr. Ann-Louise T Lockhart, PsyD, ...

CONCORD, N.H. — Divorced parents and step-parents recounted personal horror stories Tuesday during testimony on a Republican-sponsored bill that makes “parental alienation” as important as child abuse ...

When Laura Wellington's daughter chose estrangement in June 2024, Wellington used social media as an outlet for her grief and began sharing her story on TikTok, where she’s known as “Doormat Mom.” She ...

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