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High-conflict divorce

J R Johnston1

  • 1Center for the Family in Transition, Corte Madera, CA.

The Future of Children
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
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High-conflict divorce negatively impacts children, increasing emotional and behavioral issues. Joint custody arrangements in these cases may worsen outcomes, particularly for girls.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Family Law
  • Sociology

Background:

  • High-conflict divorce involves ongoing interparental aggression and distrust.
  • Parental emotional distress exacerbates negative effects on children.
  • Child maladjustment is a significant concern in post-divorce family dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review research on the effects of high-conflict divorce on children.
  • To identify predictors of adverse child outcomes in divorced families.
  • To explore potential interventions and social policies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing research studies.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to child emotional and behavioral problems.
  • Examination of custody arrangements and their impact.

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Main Results:

  • Interparental conflict and parental distress jointly predict poor parent-child relationships and child maladjustment.
  • Children from high-conflict divorces are 2-4 times more likely to exhibit clinical disturbances.
  • Joint physical custody and frequent visitation in high-conflict cases are linked to poorer child outcomes, especially for girls.

Conclusions:

  • High-conflict divorce poses significant risks to child well-being.
  • Custody arrangements require careful consideration in high-conflict situations.
  • Intervention programs and supportive social policies are crucial for affected families.