An Evaluative Study of the Role of the Grandparent in the Best Interests of the Child.

Blau, Theodore H.

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ERIC Number: EJ314888

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Publication Date: 1984

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An Evaluative Study of the Role of the Grandparent in the Best Interests of the Child.

Blau, Theodore H.

American Journal of Family Therapy, v12 n4 p46-50 Win 1984

Suggests that although grandparents may play a significant role in the life of children, the legal position of grandparents in custodial matters remains ambiguous. Reviews recent legislation that has granted grandparents the right to seek visitation. Grandparenting may be a factor in actualizing the best interests of the child. (BH)

Descriptors: Child Custody, Child Welfare, Children, Court Litigation, Elementary Secondary Education, Grandparents, Literature Reviews

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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