Parenting Plan Evaluations

Abstract

When conducting parenting plan evaluations, mental health professionals must have an understanding of the most current findings in developmental research, behavioral psychology, attachment theory, and legal issues to substantiate their opinions. This online resource focuses on translating the research associated with the most important topics within the family court and presents an organized and in-depth analysis of the current research and offers specific recommendations for applying these findings to the evaluation process. Written by experts in the child custody arena, chapters cover issues associated with the most important and complex issues that arise in family court, including attachment and overnight timesharing with very young children, dynamics between divorced parents and children's potential for resiliency, co-parenting children with chronic medical conditions and developmental disorders, domestic violence during separation and divorce, gay and lesbian co-parents, and relocation.