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Exploring "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld" with Dr. Christine Cocchiola + Amy Polacko
Exploring "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld" with Dr. Christine Cocchiola + Amy Polacko
Exploring "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld" with Dr. Christine Cocchiola + Amy Polacko
Tuesday 1st October 2024
Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko discuss their book 'FRAMED' and the hidden injustices women face in family courts.
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Episode Overview
- Women face significant challenges in family courts, especially with coercive control.
- Coercive control is a form of abuse that is often subtle yet devastating.
- Systemic reform is urgently needed to protect women and children better.
- Practical strategies are offered for navigating the legal system.
- Real-life stories highlight the hidden injustices within the family court system.
"If that doesn't outrage you as a human being, what will?"
Get ready to dive into an eye-opening discussion on the Narcissistic Abuse Rehab Podcast. In this episode, host Manya Wakefield welcomes Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko, co-authors of the powerful book 'FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld'. These two experts share their wealth of experience and knowledge about the struggles women face in family courts, especially when dealing with coercive control and domestic abuse. Dr.
Cocchiola, a trauma-trained therapist and educator, and Amy Polacko, an award-winning journalist and divorce coach, discuss their groundbreaking work that exposes the hidden injustices within the family court system. They offer practical strategies for women navigating this complex legal landscape and highlight the critical need for systemic reform. The episode is packed with real-life stories and insights from their book, aiming to validate and support women going through similar experiences.
You'll hear about heartbreaking cases like that of Katherine Kasanoff, whose tragic story underscores the urgent need for change. The conversation also touches on how coercive control can be subtle yet devastating, often leaving victims without adequate protection. Dr. Cocchiola and Amy Polacko emphasise the importance of recognising coercive control as a form of abuse and advocate for a shift in societal and legal perspectives.
They stress that abuse isn't always physical and that emotional and psychological abuse can be just as damaging. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of family court dynamics and the urgent need for reform. Whether you're directly affected by these issues or simply want to learn more, you'll find valuable insights and practical advice here. Don't miss out on this compelling conversation that sheds light on a critical issue affecting countless women and children.
Tune in to hear how you can be part of the change.