“Divorce Poison” (by Richard Warshak)

"Divorce Poison" by Richard Warshak refers to harmful behaviors or attitudes that a parent may use to turn a child against the other parent during a separation or divorce. This manipulation can include making false accusations, excessive criticism, or encouraging the child to reject the other parent. Such tactics can damage the child's emotional well-being and interfere with healthy parent-child relationships. Warshak emphasizes the importance of avoiding these harmful behaviors and fostering a respectful, loving environment for children, emphasizing cooperation between parents to support the child's best interests during and after divorce.