GATEKEEPING CONTINUUM

Ranges in Attitudes/Behavior

from Facilitative Gatekeeping (FG)  to Restrictive Gatekeeping (RG)

Very Facilitative →Cooperative→Disengaged→ Restrictive → Very Restrictive

Proactive Toward Other Parent                  →                 Severely Alienating Behaviors

Inclusive of Other Parent                             →                 Marginalizes Other Parent

Boosts Image of Other Parent                      →                 Derogates Other Parent

Ongoing Efforts at Communication            →                 Refuses to Communicate

Flexible Time-sharing                                   →                 Rigid Adherence to Parenting

                                                                                                Time Schedule

Ensures Child’s Opportunity to

Develop Relationship with Other Parent   →                  Severe Child Alienation       

© William G. Austin, Linda Fieldstone, Marsha K. Pruett, 2012.