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Parental alienation syndrome occurs when one parent emotionally manipulates a child to convince them that the other parent is a bad person. To prove that this syndrome is happening, make sure to record any telling behavioral patterns and talk to other adults in your child's life. For example, keep a diary of anything that happens involving your child, including conversations or incidents with the other parent. Also include a log of the time you spend with your child, including tickets to special outings, to show that your ex-spouse is falsely characterizing you. If your child seems reluctant to visit you or refuses to spend time with you, note the behavior since it could also be a sign that your ex-spouse is speaking poorly about you and encouraging your child to stay away. To learn how to protect your child when your ex-spouse is alienating you, keep reading.