11 Questions To Ask Alienated Children

Parental alienation is a form of child abuse that deeply affects the emotional well-being of children. As a parent, it’s crucial to recognize the harmful effects of parental alienation and provide support for your kids.

Impact of Parental Alienation

Parental alienation meets standard, generally accepted criteria for child abuse. It inflicts significant psychological harm on children, as defined by reputable sources such as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).

Research has shown that the effects of parental alienation can be horribly damaging to children. Which, is why it is utterly disgusting that parents would participate in such toxic behavior.

Soft Open-Ended Questions

Using soft open-ended questions allows children to express their emotions and thoughts at their own pace. By phrasing questions in the third person, we create a safe space for the child to reflect on their experiences without feeling pressured or judged.Here are some examples of soft open-ended questions:

  1. How does it make you feel when Parent X talks about me?
  2. Do you feel sad when you hear Parent X talking about me?
  3. Can you describe how you feel when Parent X says negative things about me?
  4. Have you ever tried to talk to Parent X about how their words about me make you feel?
  5. What do you wish Parent X would understand about the impact of their words on you?
  6. Do you feel like you have the power to ask Parent X to stop talking about me?
  7. How do you think things could be different at home if Parent X talked about me in a more positive way?
  8. What would you like to say to Parent X about the way they talk about me?
  9.  Do you like it when Parent X talks about me?
  10. Do you feel that Parent X would listen if you told them it made you sad?
  11. You know I will always Love you, right? No matter what anybody says or tell you.

Conclusion

Using soft open-ended questions like these provides a gentle framework for the child to explore their emotions and thoughts at their own pace. By giving your child the freedom to express themselves in their own time, we empower them to find their voice and communicate their needs and desires authentically.

If you have experience with the best way to get your kids to open up and talk about the negative influences of alienation, please email us at submissions@kiddoswithdad.com

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