Family & Relationships : Abuse

Synthesizes knowledge about unwanted relationship pursuit and stalking, presenting a consideration of these behaviors. Their inclusive approach includes social, clinical and forensic psychology, psychiatry, counseling, communication, criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, social work, threat assessment and management, and family studies. more...

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Emotional abuse and neglect are at the core of all types of child maltreatment, and have the most harmful effects on the physical and psychological development and well-being of children. This book explores the concept of a damaged child, and asks what are the different types of injury, ranging from active to passive, and physical to emotional. more...

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The delivery of effective family support is a key global child welfare issue, yet there is little consensus on what constitutes family support or what the best ways are to evaluate it. Evaluating Family Support: Thinking Internationally, Thinking Critically offers a full review of the conceptual and operational problems involved in this complex and topical field. Ilan Katz and John Pinkerton have brought together a team of experienced child care policy analysts and evaluators to present the current state of critical thinking alongside detailed international case studies. The chapters offer revealing glimpses into the nature of family support across the world, as well as an overview of the challenges facing both practitioners and researchers. more...

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A New York Times bestseller, Finding Fish is the remarkable story of an African American boy abandoned in an abusive foster home in Cleveland who rises to liberation, manhood, and extraordinary success (in Hollywood). Born in prison to a single mother after his father was shot and killed, Antwone Fisher soon became a ward of Cleveland's foster care system. By the time he was five years old, he had been transferred to several different families. Eventually he came to live with the Picketts, an older couple with grown children of their own. During his stay with the Picketts, which lasted until he was 17 years old, Antwone suffered near–constant verbal and physical abuse at the hands of ̩zz Pickett, and sexual abuse from a neighbour. The damage to his self–esteem was tremendous, yet Antwone managed to resist the gang–like behaviour and drug use that so many of his friends were engaged in. Finally he fled and before long he was living on the streets, homeless. Again rescuing himself, he enlisted in the Navy, where he created a ॡ mily' for himself and with the help of a Navy psychologist worked through his past. After he left the Navy, while working as a security guard at Sony Pictures in Hollywood, he told his story to one of the executives there, who encouraged him to write his life as a screenplay. more...

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For parents, teachers, and other adults charged with the care of children, this resource will provide empowerment to protect children from abuse. Written by a pediatrician in straightforward language, Helping Children Affected by Abuse: A Parent’s and Teacher’s Handbook for Increasing Awareness is an excellent and affordable resource for adults of any level of awareness on the topic. Physical, sexual, and emotional abuse are discussed in detail in a practical and accurate style, providing an exceptional resource for adults who want to know more about the ever-increasing problem of abuse. Information is presented in an easily followed format to help adults recognize signs that may suggest children are at risk for abuse or are already being abused. Readers will learn how to respond in a positive and constructive manner that gets children the help they need and keeps them safe in the process. The intent of Helping Children Affected by Abuse is not to make the reader an expert, but rather to provide a thorough overview to increase their awareness of this serious issue. For readers who desire more information on specific topics, a list of additional resources is provided as an appendix to the book. Stressing the importance of awareness, this book provides information on the following. topics:.:.; Ways to discipline children in a constructive, nonabusive manner.; Tips for protecting children from the dangers of dating violence.; Guidelines to avoid asking leading questions that may make children give untrue answers.; The dangers of the Internet and ways to discuss them with children and monitor their Internet use.; Qualities to look for when choosing a childcare provider.; Benefits of art therapy and how it can help children express their emotions. Awareness is the first step to protecting our children from abuse. This book provides the necessary information to parents so they can take that first critical step. more...

Price: $26.00