This article reviews a recent book arguing how a concept known as parental alienation syndrome--now parental alienation disorder--should be included in official psychiatric/psychological and medical classification diagnostic manuals. Anecdotal cases and opinion are presented as research and scientific evidence, and stories are presented as…

Reviews Goldstein and others' work concerning identification of the least harmful alternative in complex child custody situations. Notes that the book's major assumption is that children's needs are paramount and families are inviolate except in extreme cases. Maintains that the book has clear assumptions and values, recommendations following…