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Parental alienation is a parent’s use of psychological manipulation to turn a child or children against the other parent. This toxic behavior is damaging and may cause long term problems for the child as well as the parents. Courts take evidence of parental alienation seriously and may consider it in making or modifying child custody arrangements.

In Georgia, parental alienation is not explicitly defined by statute, but the state's courts recognize the concept and understand the negative impact it can have on children and the parent-child relationship. During custody disputes, Georgia courts are required to consider the best interests of the child, which is the paramount concern in custody determinations. Evidence of parental alienation could influence a judge's decision regarding custody and visitation arrangements. If a court finds that one parent is engaging in behavior that constitutes parental alienation, it may take steps to address the situation, such as ordering family therapy, modifying custody orders, or, in severe cases, changing primary custody. The court may also consider the willingness of each parent to facilitate and encourage a close and continuing parent-child relationship between the child and the other parent, which is a factor in determining the best interests of the child under Georgia law.

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