In Intractable contact disputes (high conflict), the judge has a difficult decision to make, and one in which they shall seek expert advice to assist them. The Family Court and professionals involved can benefit from a deeper understanding of the changing behaviours in our society and how to recognise them in difficult cases; what appears to be an intractable contact dispute may in fact be a domestic abuse (risk) case; a good understanding of coercive control is required to make a contact decision which keeps the child safe from harm.
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When a couple split up, they go on to co-parent any children of the relationship, by mutual agreement, or by order of the Family Court. The situation can be unpleasant, but most couples manage it to the best of their ability, for the sake of the children.
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