Adult Children of Parental Alienation Syndrome. Breaking the Ties that Bind Norton Professional Book

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Adult Children of Paretal Alienation Syndrome; Breaking the Ties that BInd

2008-08-13
Being a "targeted" parent as described in the book made this book quite helpful for me to understand exactly what I and my kids have and are going through. Dr. Baker's research and descriptions from those interviewed posted incredible similarities to my own experiences and gave me a new sense of hope.
If you are in fact a parent that has been alienated from your kids by another, this book is a must read. If you were alienated as a child from one of your parents, this book is no less an important read. If you are a therapist that counsels people in this position, it will prove to be an invaluable referance tool.

great book!

2008-07-29
This is such a helpful book, I even purchased copies for my kids. This is a topic that needs to be talked about and exposed and this book is a great way to educate others on the topic of Parental Alienation Syndrome. It should be required reading for all involved in family court law. If I would have had this book ten years ago, my family may have been saved from the horrendous effects of PAS.

Hit the nail on the head

2008-07-10
This book described my situation perfectly, as far as what PAS is. I am not and my kids are not adults yet, but it was good to know there is info on this "Syndrome".

A Sure Seminal Work Statistically Supporting the Gut Wrenching Abuse of Alienation

2008-07-05
Dr. Baker's work is becoming a solid seminal reference, helping children and families around the globe. This is the first study with solid statistics to give families warring with alienation, validation, hope and resources. If you or someone you know are at all affected by Parental Alienation, this is an absolute must read. The 40 case studies Dr. Baker describes, helps us understand the effects of grown up children that were alienated by a parent. In addition to describing the behaviors of how these actual parents alienated their children, Baker conveys the process these 40 grown children went through, realizing the alienation and the effect on their lives and perception of themselves. This is a real life look at 40 lives that were willing to share their story, so we might benefit. This is the first in what is sure to become a long line of research and statistical study for abused children and their families. Thank you Dr. Baker for your work of integrity and care. Know your research provides an integral base for connecting children, who have had part of their soul stolen, to tangible resources, help and healing. I look forward to the future research and study your work is instigating and inspiring.

Adult Cildren of Parental Alienation: Breaking the Ties that Bind

2008-05-24
A must read for anyone who is separated from their child and is unable to figure out why. This book needs to get in the hands of the Family Court officers and professionals who deal with custody litigation to make a thuoghral assessment of the possible presents of P.A.S.

Adult Children of Parental Alienation Syndrome: Breaking the Ties that Bind

2008-04-26
An examination of adults who have been manipulated by divorcing parents.

Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS) occurs when divorcing parents use children as pawns, trying to turn the child against the other parent. This book examines the impact of PAS on adults and offers strategies and hope for dealing with the long-term effects.

The murfets on PAS

2008-04-17
Great book - great insight - gives hope especially for a loving dad and two loving half sisters and extended family who desperately want to know their big sister and brother. Also explained the transgenerational issue of which my husband was a victim of. Lets pray the cycle stops with effective education and real love for our children

Baker provides in clear language research based understanding of PAS

2008-04-12
There are many articles stating PAS does not exist. None based on research, but advocacy. Yet, as a forensic psychologist, when I go to court, many times I cannot mention the term "Parental Alienation Syndrome" without an objection claiming that it is an "unproven" term. Or, if PAS is accepted, then there is the assertion that the so called Target parent helped to provoke the PAS. I asked forensic psychologists (most of whom did not support Dr. Gardner's views on PAS) to provide MMPI-2s from child custody evaluations, some with PAS some without (controls). I collected 158 MMPI-2s. I asked two professors (Drs. Stoffey and Bottinelli) work on the data coding and statistical analyses. They had no idea of the hypotheses. What we found was that both father and mother alienators were alike in using primitive defenses. Target parents MMPI-2s were the same as the controls.
We relied on Bakers research to guide us. We quoted her heavily. She is an outstanding scientist and has contributed to helping children and their targeted parents. Her book will aid researchers and the courts alike. Our study can be viewed at mmpi-info.com

Congratulations !!!!

2008-03-28
Hi,

I booked 3 books about PAS and Sexual Abuse Accusation and my lawer start to read this first. I tried to find in Brasil literature or cases about Adult Children of PAS and didn't find. Many doctors know about cases that is in course but not like me. The judge return my contact with my daughter but im stay 5 years without contact with J.

Now we start the new way to return the contact but many professionals don't know how do it, no exerience.

So, i hope to listen about some cases ... my email ricfvc@hotmail.com

Read about Movimento Pais por Justica. Is a moviment like Father's for Justice but is not the same.

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A few tips for the targeted parent

2008-03-26
I'm the targeted parent and my son just turned 18. I bought this book in search of some advice in dealing with the situation. There really isn't much out there to help parents in my situation. At leaast I haven't found anything. Near the end of the book there is a small chapter addressed to me, and the books was valuable to me as a result. There should be more information available for parents in my situation.