Join us for a thought-provoking interview with Dr. Amanda Sharples, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto, as she discusses groundbreaking research on parental alienation. In collaboration with Chris Batcheller from the National Parents Organization, Dr. Sharples co-authored a compelling paper titled "Findings of Abuse in Families Affected by Parental Alienation." 📑 Key Insights: The research reveals a crucial correlation: parents found to have alienated their children were more likely to have a substantiated claim of abuse against them than parents found to have been alienated, irrespective of gender. These findings shed light on the complex dynamics of family court cases involving parental alienation. 🔍 Deeper Analysis: The discussion delves into the implications of these findings, suggesting that alienating parents are more prone to legal and administrative aggression through false abuse allegations. Despite the awareness among judges and third-party experts, such as custody evaluators, action is not consistently taken to deter parents from making these accusations in family court. 🛡️ Protecting the Falsely Accused: The interview emphasizes the need for family courts to recognize false allegations as a form of legal and administrative aggression. Dr. Sharples advocates for appropriate actions to protect the falsely accused party and, most importantly, the children affected by these false claims. 🤝 Balancing Justice: While acknowledging that many claims of abuse may be valid but lack sufficient evidence, Dr. Sharples stresses the importance of setting a high threshold for determining false claims. This approach ensures that parents with genuine concerns and good intentions are not discouraged from coming forward. 👁️‍🗨️ Insightful Conversation: This interview serves as an eye-opening exploration into the intricate dynamics of parental alienation, offering insights that prompt us to rethink our approach to family court proceedings. 🔔 Don't miss out on this important discussion -- subscribe, like, and share to spread awareness! *🔗 References: (15 May 2023) Findings of Abuse in Families Affected by Parental Alienation by Amanda E. Sharples · Jennifer J. Harman · Demosthenes Lorandos https://doi.org/10.1007/s10896-023-00575-x For More Information: https://www.psych.utoronto.ca/people/directories/all-faculty/amanda-sharples