William Bernet, MD

Parental alienation is devastating and toxic for the child.

Here’s how to avoid false assumptions in cases of parental alienation to ensure better outcomes for children.

When parents take steps to end their marriages, the default arrangement for children should be shared parenting. Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, lawyers, and judges can help parents avoid irreparable harm.

About 25% of children in the US live with only one parent; the fallout from contentious divorces often leaves them susceptible to any number of damaging scenarios.

When disputes arise concerning custody and visitation, mental health care professionals can inform and assist judges by performing competent custody evaluations.