The article critiques the concept of parental alienation and the practice of reunification therapy within family courts, highlighting their potential harm to children. Jean Mercer's book, "Someone Said Parental Alienation," investigates how allegations of parental alienation can unjustly shift custody from the primary parent to the rejected parent. The book discusses the lack of reliable methods to differentiate genuine child concerns from alienation claims and emphasizes that accusations often arise in situations involving domestic violence, yet are inadequately addressed by the courts.
The terms 'parental alienation' wield an uncanny influence in family court, often leading to unjust shifts in custody without recognizing the child’s legitimate fears.
Most allegations of parental alienation stem from fathers responding to mothers' claims of domestic violence, yet judges frequently overlook independent evidence of such abuse.
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