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Mothers on Trial: The Battle for Children and Custody

By Phyllis Chesler

What qualities make a woman a good mother, "fit" to be awarded custody of her children? Are these qualities different from those that make a father fit to have custody of his children, if he wants it? The preponderance of evidence suggests that they are, as Chesler amply illustrates: mothers are measured against an ideal, and can always be found wanting in some respect; fathers who have neglected, molested, kidnapped, beaten, and brainwashed their children are nonetheless awarded custody over the claims of the women who have been their primary (often sole) nurturers for years. This new title is similar in format to Chesler's now-classic Women and Madness and will doubtless evoke similar passions. Here she has drawn together empirical data, mythology, case studies, historical research, and political analysis to produce a stunning and exhaustive indictment of the treatment of mothers by the modern justice system. (from Library Journal).

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Overcoming the Devastation of Legal Abuse Syndrome

by Karin Huffer

This book has an ominous subtitle: "Warning: Protracted litigation can be hazardous to your health." Author Huffer offers numerous case studies on the invisible cumulative stressors complicating recovery from dealing with the justice system. It can be used as a self-help manual or a textbook for legal and health professionals. The methods outlined for dealing with losses and grief during litigation are sound and meet the standards of managed care. The victimization felt in the court system is well documented and validating to those who have experienced similar devastation of their belief systems. The burdensome duration, economic oppression, misinformation, character assassination and betrayal felt during and after legal proceedings are discussed.

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