Australian Parental Alienation Statistics

Critical data on the scale and impact of parental alienation in Australia, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and legislative reform.

Australian Data
1 Million
Children Currently Estranged

Australian children currently estranged from a parent due to alienating behaviors, representing a significant public health crisis.

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84%
Suicide Ideation Prevalence

Of 629 PACTS survey respondents reported suicide ideation among themselves or close contacts linked to parental alienation.

Australian Parliamentary Submission
23%
Suicide Attempt Rate

Alienated parents who have attempted suicide at least once, highlighting the devastating mental health impact.

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64%
Male Impact Prevalence

Males comprising 64% of PACTS respondents confirming personal or close-contact alienation effects.

PACTS Survey Data
23.9%
Peak Male Age Impact

Males aged 34-44 reporting highest direct impact rates from parental alienation.

PACTS Demographic Data
98%
Court System Failure

Respondents believe Australian courts fail to meet children's needs in alienation cases.

PACTS Court Perceptions
Critical Public Health Crisis: Parental alienation causes long-term trauma akin to complex PTSD, increasing risks of mental health disorders, substance abuse, and generational cycles. Urgent legislative reform needed.