Forensic Psychology Consultation in Child Custody Litigation

Forensic Psychology Consultation in Child Custody Litigation
Author: Philip Michael Stahl
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Custody of children
ISBN: 9781614389910

This is the first comprehensive examination of the increasingly important role of forensic psychologists in consulting and expert witness testimony in child custody litigation. Offering practical advice on understanding the psychological dynamics often found in these cases, the authors use real-world examples where critical issues such as the developmental need of children, relocation, domestic violence, and the alienated child are involved. They detail a logical process for critiquing the evaluation reports of others and analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of a case.

Child Custody Litigation

Child Custody Litigation
Author: Richard A. Gardner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 408
Release: 1986
Genre: Law
ISBN:

The book discusses the psychodynamic processes by which prolonged child custody litigation causes psychological damage to both children and their parents, the alternative methods for resolving custody conflicts, mediation, psychotherapeutic approaches of the treatment of children and parents who have been traumatized by protracted custody litigation and proposals for change in the legal system.

Family Evaluation in Custody Litigation

Family Evaluation in Custody Litigation
Author: G. Andrew H. Benjamin
Publisher: Law and Public Policy: Psychol
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781433828317

This book presents a well-regarded, evidence-based, step-by-step child custody assessment protocol for mental health professionals.

Child Custody Made Simple

Child Custody Made Simple
Author: Webster Watnik
Publisher:
Total Pages: 584
Release: 2003
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0964940434

Discusses a variety of issues concerning child custody, including court structures, living arrangements, recommendations on avoiding court battles, and advice on working with lawyers.

Domestic Abuse, Child Custody, and Visitation

Domestic Abuse, Child Custody, and Visitation
Author: Toby G. Kleinman
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2017
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0190641576

When domestic abuse and children are involved, divorce and custody can be the epitome of high stakes conflict where, often, the named perpetrator of a child abuses gains custody. This book helps laypeople, mental health professionals, and attorneys navigate the judicial process so that decisions are truly made in the best interest of children.

Family Evaluation in Custody Litigation

Family Evaluation in Custody Litigation
Author: G. Andrew H. Benjamin
Publisher: Amer Psychological Assn
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2003-01
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781557989536

Provides a child assessment protocol for both families and evaluators to minimize malpractice or ethical infractions.

The Scientific Basis of Child Custody Decisions

The Scientific Basis of Child Custody Decisions
Author: Robert M. Galatzer-Levy
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 735
Release: 2009-03-23
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0470459336

The legal system requires mental health professionals to provide research summaries to support their evaluations in child custody cases. Contributions from leading developmental researchers, legal professionals, and clinicians describe how scientific evidence is properly used in court. Timely and current, this book helps evaluators access the best information to fulfill their obligations to their clients and the court. The Second Edition adds chapters on family observation, parental alienation, and sexual abuse. Forensic psychologists, family lawyers, and judges will be equipped with the most current information to aid in custody decisions.