Ouervervreemdingsindroom by geskeides: 'n verkennende ondersoek

[摘要] English: For the first time in South Africa, the existence of parental alienation syndrome(PAS) as a phenomenon is investigated in this study. Confirmation of PAS as anestablished syndrome in South Africa, following the practical application ofexisting knowledge in a structured empirical investigation, is the main focus ofthis study.Available research results, mostly documented in the USA, are analysed as astarting point. In these findings the following shortcomings are identified:�?The existing diagnostic measure does not meet the requirements to identifyPAS in all circumstances.�?The influence of specific developmental phases on the occurrence anddynamics of PAS as well as the effect of the investigation procedures on achild in a PAS situation, have not yet been established.�?The influence of the administration of justice on the occurrence and dynamicsof PAS is unknown.�?Related divorce syndromes resembling PAS such as sexual allegations indivorce syndrome (SAID), divorce-related malicious mother syndrome(DRMMS), Medea syndrome and Munchausen syndrome have been identified. However, further research into the specific role of each of thesesyndromes in PAS is required Limitations of the existing findings regarding specific needs within the SouthAfrican context have been indicated.Six families, totaling 14 children, aged 6 - 15 years where PAS was diagnosed,were included in the availability sample for the empirical investigation into PAS inSouth Africa.An exploratory descriptive case study method was applied to investigate thedynamics and development of PAS within children.The results confirm the existence of PAS as an independent syndrome in SouthAfrica.In addition:�?comprehensive diagnostic criteria for the diagnosis of PAS are proposed.�?the effects of developmental phases of children in the diagnosis of PAS areidentified and defined.�?the importance of communication patterns in the diagnosis of PAS isindicated�?the influence of PAS on a child's emotional and behavioural problems isdescribed.�?the judicial implications are highlighted.�?practical issues regarding PAS are addressed and certain suggestions made.As a result of both theoretical and practical findings, a model has beendeveloped where the related divorce syndromes are compared and placed on acontinuum. This generated clearer guidelines regarding the nature and dynamicsof PAS in South Africa.

[发布机构] University of the Free State