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Why

Why does mediation work?
Mediation works because it provides a forum for controlled and purposeful discussion. People are able to focus on the problems and to take responsibility for finding solutions. It gives them a way to exit a relationship with dignity or to redesign a relationship if ongoing contact is necessary.

It is not unusual for people to come to mediation with a history of anger and unresolved conflict making it easy to assume that mediation won't work. However, most people who have participated in mediation report that it was a good experience. People who use only the court system often report dissatisfaction.