What is Parental Alienation?

Parental alienation is a process where a child is psychologically manipulated by one parent to become estranged from the other parent. It can occur during a divorce or custody battle, or even in intact families.

Some signs of parental alienation include:

The child restricts time spent with the other parent, The child makes negative comments about the other parent, The child blames the other parent for the divorce, The child makes false accusations of abuse or neglect.

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How to explain parental alienation?

Parental alienation is a strategy whereby one parent intentionally displays to the child unjustified negativity aimed at the other parent. The purpose of this strategy is to damage the child's relationship with the other parent and to turn the child's emotions against that other parent.

What is narcissistic parental alienation syndrome?

Narcissistic Parental Alienation syndrome refers to the process of psychological manipulation of a child by a parent to show fear, disrespect, or hostility towards the other parent. Very often, the child can't provide logical reasoning for the difference in their behaviour towards both parents.

What is an alienated child behavior?

Alienated children typically appear rude, ungrateful, spiteful, and coldtoward the targeted parent, and they appear to be impervious to feelings of guilt about their harsh treatment. Gratitude for gifts, favors, or child support provided by the targeted parent is nonexistent.

Does parental alienation backfire?

Impact on the parent's relationship with their child: In some cases, parental alienation may backfire and cause the child to resent or distrust the alienating parent. This may lead to a strained parent-child relationship and feelings of betrayal.

How Do You Prove Parental Alienation is Occurring?

  1. Communication Records: ...
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  7. Documentation of Denied Visitation: ...
  8. School and Medical Records:

Do judges recognize parental alienation?

Yes, judges recognize parental alienation as a serious issue that can impact custody and visitation decisions. Judges consider parental alienation to be a form of child abuse and will act in the child's best interest.

 

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