ALIENAÇÃO PARENTAL E A VIOLAÇÃO DOS DIREITOS DA CRIANÇA

Abstract

This paper examines parental alienation, high lighting its definition, implications, and the violation of children's rights. The introduction discusses the evolution of Family Law in Brazil, which hás shifted from a rigid patriarchal structure to an inclusive and affective model, prioritizing the well-being of the child. With the promulgation of the 1988 Federal Constitution, the equality of rights between men and women and the comprehensive protection of children and adolescents were recognized, reflecting contemporary legislation on custody and family interaction. In the first chapter, parental alienation is defined as a phenomenon where one parent, or other family members, manipulate the child to create a version or contempt to wards the other parent. This practice can manifest in various forms, including defamation and impediment of contact. The consequences are severe, affecting the child's emotionaland psychological development, leading to depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. Law No. 12.318/2010 addresses parental alienation in Brazil, providing for judicial interventions to protect the child and ensure the irright to balanced family interaction. The conclusion reinforces the need for a multidisciplinary approach to combat parental alienation. The combination of legal measures, psycho logical support, and social interventionis fundamental tomitigating the negative effects of this practice. Protecting children's rights must be a non-negotiable priority, and it isessential that legal and mental health professionals are prepared to identify and intervene in cases of parental alienation. Prevention through family support structures and mediation programsis crucial to preventing the escalation of family conflicts. The continuous commitmento fall sectors of society is necessary to ensure healthy and balanced development for all children, guaranteeing they grow up in a safe and affection at eenvironment.