My ex is telling our daughter lies about me. What should I do?

The first thing is to make sure you are right about what is being said and by whom. If that is in fact happening, you will not likely meet with much success in confronting the former spouse. The advice of a competent counselor to meet with you and your daughter should be considered. In responding to the child, do not attack the other parent, but make it clear that you love the child and will always try to do the right thing. Sometimes a close family member such as a grandparent can intervene. If the conduct still prevails, try to document it and, if need be, take the abusive former spouse to court.

Jim Loveless practices family law with Loveless & Associates in Fort Worth.