by Donald T. Saposnek and Dan Berstein
Article Abstract
Psychodiagnostic labels abound in family court, whether they are used colloquially by the parties to attack each other, or formally by professionals who are trying to help. We examine the history of these diagnostic terms, including ways they are useful and ways they cause problems. After exploring how psychodiagnostic labeling systems are limited and evolving to become more dimensional, we highlight the legal rights of people with mental health problems to show how labels can inadvertently lead to discrimination. We conclude by sharing tools to help divorce practitioners overcome the biased assumptions often wrapped up in diagnostic language.
Published by The Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
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