Violence in the Home : Multidisciplinary Perspectives Paperback / softback
by Karel (Assistant Professor of Department of Public Justice, Assistant Professor of De Kurst-Swanger, Jacqueline L. Petcosky
Paperback / softback
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Violence in the home is one of the most damaging and widespread of social problems.
It is an issue that cuts across all socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, gender, and age boundaries.
It takes many forms, including emotional, physical, and sexual abuse as well as neglect.
This important book reviews the most current theoretical explanations of family violence and then links theory to practice.
It looks at the systems and institutions that interact with families, which are mandated to provide protection and services, and explores the current debates surrounding family violence and public policy.
In addition, Kurst-Swanger explores the role of power in abusive relationships and considers the short- and long-term consequences of abuse.
This insightful book will be a practical resource for professionals and of interest to all those concerned with the far-reaching impact of family violence.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:336 pages
- Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc
- Publication Date:15/05/2003
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- ISBN:9780195151145
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:336 pages
- Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc
- Publication Date:15/05/2003
- Category:
- ISBN:9780195151145