The Urgent Need to Abolish Parental Alienation and Strengthen Co-Parenting
By Robert Garza

The Urgent Need to Abolish Parental Alienation and Strengthen Co-Parenting
By Robert Garza

Parental alienation is a deeply destructive and manipulative behavior that often emerges
during or after a separation. It involves one parent undermining the child’s relationship
with the other parent, which has become a growing issue in family law. This behavior not
only causes profound emotional and psychological harm to children but also violates the
fundamental rights of the alienated parent. Parental alienation is a form of emotional
abuse that disrupts families, damages children’s mental health, and fuels long-term
estrangement. Immediate action is required to abolish parental alienation, protect the
integrity of families, and prioritize the best interests of children