How a mom can prove in court that the narcissist dad is causing emotional harm to the kids. how can she keep the kids with her

Q:  the dad is a manipulative narcissist and also an adulterer. mom wants to file for divorce and to make sure the kids are with her 100% as the dad's controlling behavior is damaging the kids emotionally. the dad keeps on threatening the mom that she has to take his permission before she takes the kid to meet with anyone or anywhere even though still they are married. she is now hesitating for divorce thinking that what he will do when she will file .how can she prove in the court that dad's behavior is causing emotional damage to the kids. the dad is very polished kind of person as a typical manipulative narcissist should be.mom wants to come out of this abusive relationship along with the kids . what she needs to do or take precaution to make sure that the dad doesn't torture them anymore


A:  David's Answer:  You should start keeping a careful paper-trail, which is best done by sending e-mails to the father which capture his concerning comments. Note in the e-mails concerns about how you believe the behavior is affecting the children. You should also schedule a consult with a Westchester family Law attorney for a full assessment.   -- David Bliven, Westchester Family Law attorney (www.blivenlaw.net)