Baris, Mitchell A., Coates, Christine A., Duvall, Betsy B., Garrity, Carla B., Johnson, Elaine T., & Lacrosse, E. Robert. Working with High-Conflict Families
Author: Adolescence
Northvale, NJ: Jason Aronson, 2001. 320pp. $45 (h).
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Families engaged in contentious, highly adversarial, and prolonged conflict before and during divorce often remain embattled afterward as well. As professionals are increasingly being called upon to provide postdivorce intervention, having the knowledge and skills required to manage high-conflict situations is crucial. This practical handbook defines the dynamics of high conflict, explains its impact on children, identifies the specific role of the professional, and offers specific techniques that have proven helpful. Distilled from their extensive experience in dealing with such families, the authors present a new dispute-resolution process that helps parents reduce conflict and protect the well-being of their children. Key elements in the success of this process are the professionals defining exactly what kind of services they will provide and the use of contracts and protocols with their clients. To facilitate the integration of this approach into professional practice, the book contains forms, contracts, and checklists that are currently being used in multiple high-conflict management models.
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