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The article discusses the progress made in the field of Parental Alienation (PA) since 1985 when Richard Gardner first described Parental Alienation Syndrome. The research on PA has been robust, both qualitatively and quantitatively, despite the misinformation found on the internet and in courtrooms. Quantitative research has confirmed the early perceptions of Dr. Gardner, and questionnaires have been developed to identify various aspects of the parental alienation dynamic. However, there still persists an adverse opinion that PA either does not exist or is unreliable, which is not supported by research or evidence-based data. The article also highlights the increasing recognition of parental alienation as a severe form of child abuse, with the diagnosis of Child Psychological Abuse describing what happens to children who are victims of PA. Further research is needed in this area to better understand and address the long-term effects of PA on children. [Extracted from the article] |
