December 01, 2011
/24-7PressRelease/ -- Parent Alienation Syndrome and its Effects on Children
Texas' divorce rate is lower the national average, but it has been steadily growing in recent years (much like the rest of the nation). According to The Wall Street Journal, 3.3 out of every 1,000 Texans obtained a divorce in 2009, which is a dramatic increase from only a decade ago.
Each divorce presents its own unique circumstances and challenges, and spouses must carefully consider several factors when going through a divorce. Couples must decide whether to keep or sell the family home, how to equitably distribute marital property, whether either spouse will receive financial support, as well as who will retain custody of their child(ren).
Spousal Revenge Through Parent Alienation Syndrome
Some divorces are relatively peaceful, with spouses collaboratively seeking the best outcome for both parties. However, many divorces can be the complete opposite, with both parties making their hostility very apparent. Unfortunately, far too often children are harmed the most when parents contest and fight one another after a marriage ends.
According to Psych Central, this hostility can result in Parent Alienation Syndrome. PAS occurs when one parent seeks revenge against the other -- often inserting the child into the middle of that revenge -- which results in severe emotional and psychological child abuse.
For example, one parent --the alienating spouse -- might compel a child to turn their love of their other parent into hatred or resentment. This is usually accomplished through lies to the child, family or the court, as well as other manipulative methods. The alienating parent might prevent their child from seeing their ex-spouse or even trick the child into fearing them.
Ultimately, children who are victims of PAS are unaware why one parent has disappeared, but are coerced into believing the "missing" parent is evil and has abandoned them.
Options for PAS Victims
Children and parents alike are harmed when one parent decides to alienate their child from his or her ex-spouse. However, there is help available for victims of PAS.
Therapy is recommended as PAS deals with deep emotional issues, but consulting an experienced family law attorney is equally as important. It might be possible to modify a child custody order or obtain sole custody of a child, but only if you are proactive in doing so.
Article provided by Law Offices of Bruce A. Lipshy
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