Divorce Leading To Parental Alienation? Here Are 4 Steps You Can Take To Remedy The Situation

If you're involved in a heated custody battle, you want what's best for your children. Unfortunately, not all parents feel that way. Some parents—for whatever reason—simply want to maintain control of the situation. That's where parental alienation comes in. If your ex is working to undermine the relationship you have with your children, don't give up. There are ways that you can work to combat the situation. However, it's important that you do so in a positive manner. Here are four steps you can take if you're the victim of parental alienation.

Don't Adopt the Behavior 

If you're the victim of parental alienation, the last thing you want to do is adopt the disruptive behavior. You might be tempted to try and help yourself by pointing out your ex's flaws. However, that's also a form of parental alienation. Instead, continue behaving as you normally would. Let your kids see that you're not bothered by what's being said about you—even if you are.

Be Consistent

If you're ex is trying to paint you in a bad light to your kids, don't give them the ammunition they need to "prove" their point. Be consistent. Be on time to pick up your kids, and always follow through with the plans you make. The first time you're late, or have to switch plans, your ex may use it as a way to prove that they're right about you.

Reach Out

If the parental alienation has reached a point where your children no longer want to spend time with you, continue to reach out. They may not want contact with you now, but someday they may reach out to you. Continue to send cards and letters—even if you know they'll be intercepted. Keep a journal and outline each time that you tried to reach out. This information will be important to your kids when they finally do approach you.

Gather a Team

If you're struggling to overcome parental alienation, you need to know that it's a battle that can be won. To be successful, however, you're going to need a team of professionals who understand the struggles you're up against. When gathering your team, be sure you choose attorneys and counselors who have experience dealing with parental alienation.

If you're going through a divorce, and you're the victim of parental alienation, so are your children. The information provided here will help you protect your rights and the rights of your children. For further information about parental alienation, be sure to speak to your attorney (such as John D Rouse). 

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