Illuminating the field of policy. Introduction to part I : some key background data ; Setting out the stall ; Numbers, scale and trends ; Summarised research reviews upon which to promote social and emotional wellbeing in children of separated parents ; Hearing the voice of the child : messages from research that expose gaps between theory, principle and reality
Primary prevention. Introduction to part II : children dealing with the crisis of parental separation : towards new supportive practice and policy ; Children in crisis speak out ; The crisis model of preventive mental health and its potential application for support services for children coping with parental separation ; The pros and cons of the preventive mental health approach ; Providing short-term primary preventive crisis intervention for children in schools
Secondary prevention. Introduction to part III : family justice policy under the Coalition government (2010-15) : how will a new regime meet the needs of children with separating and divorcing parents? ; The repeal of Section 41 of the Matrimonial causes act 1973 and related reforms : is the state turning a blind eye to the needs of children in divorce proceedings? ; Demolition and reconstruction in the family justice regime : what can be salvaged for children whose parents separate and divorce? ; Changing the culture of family justice : barriers to overcome
Embedding the crisis intervention approach. Introduction to part IV : the future policy and practice challenge ; Barriers obstructing a preventive mental health approach ; Policy and practice proposals to support children and young people coping with interparental conflict and separation ; Scanning the horizon.