At Banner Jones, we understand that parents or carers may not get along. However, it is imperative that the child’s best interests are prioritised over and above any negativity the parents or carers have towards each other.
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A common and misused terms when dealing with difficult cases involving the arrangements for a child is ‘Parental Alienation’. Parental Alienation Syndrome is a term introduced in the USA to describe signs and symptoms believed to be shown by children who have been alienated from one parent through manipulation by the other parent especially in cases where the parents are separated.
However, the Courts are strongly opposed to parents or carers using this term because of the negative meaning it holds. Cafcass (The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) instead uses the term "alienating behaviours" to describe circumstances where there is an ongoing pattern of negative attitudes, beliefs and behaviours of one parent (carer) that have the potential or expressed intent to undermine or obstruct the child’s relationship with the other parent. It is one of a number of reasons why a child may reject or resist spending time with one parent post separation.
It is important that when dealing with alienating behaviours that focus is spent on explaining the type of behaviours taking place rather than using the words ‘parental alienation’ and/or ‘alienation’.
At Banner Jones, we understand that parents or carers may not get along. However, it is imperative that the child’s best interests are prioritised over and above any negativity the parents or carers have towards each other.
It is important to note that both men and women can demonstrate such behaviours.
The type of alienating behaviours commonly seen include;
This not only damages the relationship between the child and the parent or carer, but also has long term, and event in some cases permanent, psychological and emotional implications.
At Banner Jones, our Children Law Solicitors in Sheffield, Dronfield, Mansfield and Chesterfield can help to identify and evaluate the behaviours being displayed by a parent or carer, and advise on what steps can be taken. As with anything, it is important to evidence the behaviours that are taking place and the effect that this is having on the child. We can guide you through this.
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