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Education & Stories
Introduction to Parental Alienation**
Parental alienation is a complex and distressing phenomenon in which one parent manipulates a child to reject the other parent. This manipulation often occurs during or after divorce or separation, creating emotional and psychological challenges for the child. Recent studies highlight the prevalence and impact of parental alienation, shedding light on its long-term effects on children and the mental health of the alienated parent.
According to a 2021 study published in the *Journal of Family Psychology*, approximately 11% of children experience some form of parental alienation during their parents’ divorce. This figure emphasizes the urgency of recognizing and addressing this issue. The emotional fallout from parental alienation can manifest in various ways, including anxiety, depression, and difficulties in forming healthy relationships.
Key Statistics:
- **11% of children** experience parental alienation during divorce.
- **40% of alienated children** may develop long-term psychological issues if the situation is not addressed.
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**Page 2: The Impact on Children and Men**
The effects of parental alienation on children are profound. Children may struggle with loyalty conflicts, feeling torn between their parents. They often internalize these conflicts, leading to emotional distress. The *American Psychological Association* reported in 2022 that children who experience parental alienation are **three times more likely** to develop anxiety and depression compared to their peers.
Men, often on the receiving end of parental alienation, face unique challenges. Society frequently perceives them as less nurturing or involved in child-rearing, which can exacerbate feelings of isolation and helplessness. A survey conducted in 2023 found that **65% of fathers** who reported experiencing parental alienation also reported symptoms of depression, highlighting the mental toll of this situation.
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- **3x increase** in anxiety and depression among alienated children.
- **65% of fathers** report depression linked to parental alienation.
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**Page 3: Addressing Parental Alienation and Mental Abuse**
Addressing parental alienation requires a multifaceted approach. Therapeutic interventions, such as family therapy and counseling, can help restore relationships and mitigate the psychological harm inflicted on children. The *U.S. Department of Health and Human Services* emphasizes the importance of early intervention, recommending that professionals be trained to recognize the signs of parental alienation.
Additionally, raising awareness about the mental health impacts on men is crucial. Support groups and resources specifically for alienated fathers can provide the necessary emotional support and validation. In a 2023 report, **70% of men** who participated in support groups reported decreased feelings of isolation and improved mental well-being.
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- Early intervention is critical in addressing parental alienation.
- **70% of men** in support groups report improved mental well-being.
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**Conclusion: The Path Forward**
Parental alienation and the associated mental abuse towards men and children is a critical issue that requires attention and action. By increasing awareness and promoting supportive interventions, we can mitigate the negative impacts of this phenomenon and foster healthier family dynamics. Through collective efforts, we can work towards a future where children can maintain healthy relationships with both parents, free from the detrimental effects of alienation.
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This article provides a comprehensive overview of parental alienation, its impact on children and men, and the importance of addressing this issue with appropriate interventions and support systems. With The National Saving Fatherhood Foundation Research Team and mental help department.
Understanding Parental Alienation and Mental Abuse: A Focus on Children and Men
We assessed 12-month prevalence and incidence data on sexual victimization in 5 federal surveys that the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation conducted independently from 2010 through 2012. We used these data to examine the prevailing assumption that men rarely experience sexual victimization. We concluded that federal surveys detect a high prevalence of sexual victimization among men—in many circumstances similar to the prevalence found among women. We identified factors that perpetuate misperceptions about men’s sexual victimization: reliance on traditional gender stereotypes, outdated and inconsistent definitions, and methodological sampling biases that exclude inmates. We recommend changes that move beyond regressive gender assumptions, which can harm both women and men.
The sexual victimization of women was ignored for centuries. Although it remains tolerated and entrenched in many pockets of the world, feminist analysis has gone a long way toward revolutionizing thinking about the sexual abuse of women, demonstrating that sexual victimization is rooted in gender norms1 and is worthy of social, legal, and public health intervention. We have aimed to build on this important legacy by drawing attention to male sexual victimization, an overlooked area of study. We take a fresh look at several recent findings concerning male sexual victimization, exploring explanations for the persistent misperceptions surrounding it. Feminist principles that emphasize equity, inclusion, and intersectional approaches2; the importance of understanding power relations3; and the imperative to question gender assumptions4 inform our analysis.
To explore patterns of sexual victimization and gender, we examined 5 sets of federal agency survey data on this topic (Table 1). In particular, we show that 12-month prevalence data from 2 new sets of surveys conducted, independently, by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) found widespread sexual victimization among men in the United States, with some forms of victimization roughly equal to those experienced by women.
Sexual Victimization of Men: What the Research Says
This annotated bibliography provides descriptions of recent research related to the sexual victimization of men. It provides an overview of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse experienced by diverse populations of men in a variety of settings. These publications can assist advocates, medical professionals, law enforcement officials, and other service providers in identifying men who may be vulnerable to sexual violence and addressing gaps in services for survivors. Research is limited to men who have survived sexual violence. There are gaps in the research on men of color (especially those who are Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native American/ Alaska Native) and transgender men. More research is needed to fill these gaps.
News Stories
Mom loses custody for alienating dad
By Tracey Tyler LEGAL AFFAIRS REPORTER
In a stunning and unusual family law decision, a Toronto judge has stripped a mother of custody of her three children after the woman spent more than a decade trying to alienate them from their father.
The mother’s “consistent and overwhelming” campaign to brainwash the children into thinking their father was a bad person was nothing short of emotional abuse, Justice Faye McWatt of the Superior Court of Justice wrote in her decision.
The three girls, ages 9 to 14, were brought to a downtown courthouse last Friday and turned over to their father, a vascular surgeon identified only as A.L.
Their mother, a chiropodist identified as K.D., was ordered to stay away from the building during the transfer and to have her daughters’ clothing and possessions sent to their father’s house. Click here to continue
Fatherhood Psychology
"The basis of new psychology in the mind of a father."
Over the past five years, the National Saving Fatherhood Foundation has studied data on the mental repercussions of absent father syndrome. Each case or study was based on a brief survey of service given to each client, Visitor, or patient. Each one was given a test or a list of questions. And determined from a scale of one to 10 or multiple choice answers. To determine the psychological ramifications on men from the age of 18 to 55 years old. Each group or age group was given a significant amount of stress factors.
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