Foundation
IN THIS LESSON
“Stability” is one of the most heavily weighted concepts—but often misunderstood.
What the Court Often Interprets as Stability
Predictability
Lack of visible conflict
Consistent routines
Compliance with process
What This Can Miss
Underlying issues not immediately visible
Behavioral or emotional concerns
Long-term developmental impact
Why This Matters
A situation can appear:
stable
while still being:
harmful or incomplete
Apply This
Document patterns, not just incidents
Show how behavior affects the child over time
Connect visible actions to real impact