An Indiana Judge Says Divorce Trauma Is Real—and Early Help Works
In Vigo County, Judge Lakshmi Reddy highlights the long-term effects of divorce on children, advocating for a Family Court counseling program addressing trauma and conflict. With over 140 cases of childhood adverse trauma, Reddy stresses the importance…
Family Courts Under Fire in Northern Ireland: Parents Say System Is “Scary” and “Not Fit for Purpose”
A backlash against Northern Ireland's family court system raises concerns about its effectiveness in protecting children amid domestic abuse. Parents describe a system that is intimidating and slow, often compounding trauma. Judicial acknowledgment of…
What Clarke v. Gibson Really Means for Domestic Violence Survivors: Stronger Protections, Clearer Evidence, and a More Stable Path to Safety
The Maryland Supreme Court's decision in Clarke v. Gibson strengthens protections for domestic violence survivors by ensuring that protective orders are based on evidence and not merely on disbelief. This ruling clarifies the requirements for stability…
Courtroom PTSD: How High-Conflict Custody Battles Create Lifelong Trauma
Family court trauma is real—and it's destroying lives. This article exposes how high-conflict custody battles cause long-term psychological damage, especially for parents with CPTSD, ADHD, or trauma history. Learn how the legal system punishes the…