Parental alienation refers to a situation in which one parent, often called the alienating parent (Parent A), manipulates, pressures, or coerces their child into rejecting the other parent (Parent B).
This manipulation can take various forms, such as denigrating the other parent in front of the child, limiting or interfering with the child's contact with the other parent, or making false allegations against the other parent.
The result is that the child becomes estranged from the alienated parent, often experiencing feelings of fear, disrespect, or resentment towards them.
Parental alienation can have serious consequences for the child, the alienated parent, and the family as a whole. It can lead to emotional and psychological harm for the child, as well as strain or breakdown in the parent-child relationship.
In legal proceedings, parental alienation may become a contentious issue, requiring intervention from legal and mental health professionals to address and mitigate its effects.
Recognising and addressing parental alienation early is crucial to prevent further harm to the child and to facilitate healthy relationships within the family.
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Shak Inayat | shak.inayat@penngroup.co.uk
The information provided in this article is not intended to constitute professional advice and you should take full and comprehensive legal, accountancy or financial advice as appropriate on your individual circumstances by a fully qualified Solicitor, Accountant or Financial Advisor/Mortgage Broker before you embark on any course of action.