What to DO if your Child is being Alienated
- Do not argue or get defensive with your child, it creates bad feelings and is not likely to change your child’s mind.
- Tell your child that you have a different understanding of the situation and you would be willing to share your perspective if and when your child is interested.
- Continue, in any possible way, to let your child know that you love him or her.
- Control your anger and stay calm, even when hurt ot frustrated.
- Hold yourself to the highest possible standard of behaviour (do not give the alienating parent ammunition).
- Work on your own parenting skills.
- Always call or pick up your child at scheduled times, and be there or call even if you know your child won’t be available.
- Create positive experiences and memories with your child.
- Provide mental health treatment for yourself and your child with professionals experienced with parental alienation.
- Build a support network with friends, family, community resources, and support groups.
- Become educated and help others involved with your child to learn more about parental alienation.
- Attempt to work constructively with the other parent, wither directly or through mediation.
- Continue to attempt positive communication, on a regular basis, even if your child rejects or ignores it.