A diagnosis returned into the legal system will be a disputed diagnosis. The appellate system for a disputed diagnosis is second opinion. A primary psychologist should conduct the assessment, & each parent should be allowed to appoint a second opinion consultant to participate through telehealth.

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Our challenge to the ban on naming Sara Sharif judges was always about scrutiny, not blame | Louise Tickle and Hannah Summers

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A diagnostic report from a doctor should contain the same type of information as a reported decision by a judge. They should both - describe the evidence (symptoms) - identify the applied legal or diagnostic criteria - render a verdict or diagnosis - and are appealed to a second opinion.

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I am a clinical psychologist in the family courts serving as a consultant in high-conflict custody cases. There is a crisis in the family courts. Family courts routinely destroy the lives of children and parents. Follow me on Bluesky for more information about the family courts.

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Family conflict is a pathology not a crime. The legal system does not treat family pathology. The solution to family conflict is in the healthcare system - diagnosis & treatment. The family conflict needs a proper assessment that results in an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plan.

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