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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 Virginia, parental alienation is recognized as a serious issue that can impact child custody decisions. Parental alienation involves one parent manipulating a child to reject the other parent, which can harm the child's emotional well-being. Virginia courts prioritize the best interests of the child in custody cases, and evidence of parental alienation could influence a judge's decision. The court may consider factors such as the child's emotional needs, the relationship between the child and each parent, and the ability of each parent to support the child's relationship with the other parent. If a court finds that one parent is guilty of parental alienation, it may result in a modification of custody or visitation arrangements to protect the child's welfare and to ensure that the child maintains a healthy relationship with both parents.

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