16th Symposium on Child Custody: Opening Session Evaluation |
Unintended Consequences of Coercive Control Legislation
Research across many fields demonstrates that when consumers participate in an advance orientation (AO) they are more satisfied with the service, the service is likely to be more efficient and effective, and there are many fewer complaints about the provider. This program introduces AO to family law. Participants learn to distinguish AO from informed consent and from coaching. Preliminary data documenting the value of AO for parenting plan evaluations (PPE) are discussed. The programs available via DefuseDivorce.com are introduced as example of what AO looks like in practice. Coercive control legislation is being enacted across the US and in other countries prompting critical questions about the implications of these new laws. While coercive control is recognized as a damaging pattern of abuse, to what extent should it be codified in family law statutes? What are the underlying assumptions and potential consequences, particularly for historically marginalized victims and communities? The opening plenary session will include a thought-provoking discussion of the multifaceted issues and context regarding this legislation trend.
Research across many fields demonstrates that when consumers participate in an advance orientation (AO) they are more satisfied with the service, the service is likely to be more efficient and effective, and there are many fewer complaints about the provider. This program introduces AO to family law. Participants learn to distinguish AO from informed consent and from coaching. Preliminary data documenting the value of AO for parenting plan evaluations (PPE) are discussed. The programs available via DefuseDivorce.com are introduced as example of what AO looks like in practice. Coercive control legislation is being enacted across the US and in other countries prompting critical questions about the implications of these new laws. While coercive control is recognized as a damaging pattern of abuse, to what extent should it be codified in family law statutes? What are the underlying assumptions and potential consequences, particularly for historically marginalized victims and communities? The opening plenary session will include a thought-provoking discussion of the multifaceted issues and context regarding this legislation trend.