Current perspectives and trends of the concept of parental alienation: a systematic review of the literature

Portilla-Saavedra, Diego; Moya-Vergara, Rodrigo; Pinto-Cortez, Cristian

Abstract

Background: Several researchers have been interested in the phenomenon of parental alienation. However, this complex relational dynamic has not been without controversy. Objective: To conduct a systematic review of current perspectives and trends on the concept of parental alienation, its characteristics and effects on the population experiencing these circumstances. Method: PRISMA-P methodology was used to conduct an exhaustive literature search of articles published between 2016 and June 2020 in Scopus and/or WOS indexed journals. Ninety-five studies were contemplated, of which 11 were considered for the review, according to the pre-established inclusion and exclusion criteria. A broad field of research was identified in which parental alienation is circumscribed as a relational dynamic. Results: The 11 selected studies established relationships between the experience of parental alienation and mental health indicators, both in children, adolescents and adults who experience or have experienced these dynamics. Thus, it was also related to psychological maltreatment. Conclusions: Parental alienation is a phenomenon with a significant prevalence in the population and has been linked to a deterioration in the mental health of people who experience or have experienced it.

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Título según WOS: Current perspectives and trends of the concept of parental alienation: a systematic review of the literature
Título de la Revista: TERAPIA PSICOLOGICA
Volumen: 39
Número: 2
Editorial: SOCIEDAD CHILENA PSICOLOGIA CLINICA
Fecha de publicación: 2021
Página de inicio: 237
Página final: 255
Notas: ISI