Confronting Child And Adolescent Sexual Abuse

Author : Cynthia Crosson-Tower
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781483359250

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Confronting Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse by Cynthia Crosson-Tower Pdf

Confronting Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse is the first text to examine the history, theory, treatment, and prevention of this complex phenomenon. With in-depth insights into the psychologies of victims, their families, and the perpetrators, this comprehensive text shows readers how to recognize the symptoms and impact of childhood sexual abuse, critically engage with the unique nature of each case, complete a thorough assessment, develop a treatment plan, and effectively intervene in critical situations. A national expert on child abuse and neglect and the author of numerous books and publications, Cynthia Crosson-Tower addresses a wide range of special topics and helps readers prepare for working in this challenging professional field. “This is sure to become the definitive ‘classic’ text in courses preparing students for competent practice with sexually abused children and adolescents.” —Barbara Nowak, Albany State University “This text opens with a history of sexual abuse, offers models for treatment and assessment and provides excellent insights into many of the major sexual abuse dynamics of our times. Finally we have a textbook that is very relevant for our times.” —Nancy DeCesare, Chestnut Hill College

Author : Allie C. Kilpatrick
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-03
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317824657

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Long-range Effects of Child and Adolescent Sexual Experiences by Allie C. Kilpatrick Pdf

Making a unique contribution of placing the current sexual exploitation of children and adolescents firmly in its historical context, this book looks at the family's and society's roles in child and adolescent sex abuse. Unlike most previous studies, this study allows a range of responses from negative to positive and avoids the methodological problems inherent in many other studies. Most studies combine the age groups of children and adolescents, whereas this study separates these different age groups and compares the nature and outcome of sexual experiences of children with those of adolescents. Utilizing sophisticated analytical measures, the author's findings repudiate many commonly held assumptions and serve to calm current hysteria regarding sexual abuse of minors. Written to disseminate findings that could be helpful in realistically confronting the phenomenon of human sexuality, the results presented in this book dispel many current myths about early sexuality, including ethnic differences. The author wanted to separate scientific inquiry from the perpetration of pervading mores or social norms, and identify the real menaces to healthy adult functioning.

Author : Cynthia Crosson-Tower
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781483333113

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Confronting Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse by Cynthia Crosson-Tower Pdf

Confronting Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse is the first text to examine the history, theory, treatment, and prevention of this complex phenomenon. With in-depth insights into the psychologies of victims, their families, and the perpetrators, this comprehensive text shows readers how to recognize the symptoms and impact of childhood sexual abuse, critically engage with the unique nature of each case, complete a thorough assessment, develop a treatment plan, and effectively intervene in critical situations. A national expert on child abuse and neglect and the author of numerous books and publications, Cynthia Crosson-Tower addresses a wide range of special topics and helps readers prepare for working in this challenging professional field. “This is sure to become the definitive ‘classic’ text in courses preparing students for competent practice with sexually abused children and adolescents.” —Barbara Nowak, Albany State University “This text opens with a history of sexual abuse, offers models for treatment and assessment and provides excellent insights into many of the major sexual abuse dynamics of our times. Finally we have a textbook that is very relevant for our times.” —Nancy DeCesare, Chestnut Hill College

Author : Megan J. Smith
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1600219993

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Child Sexual Abuse by Megan J. Smith Pdf

Accurate statistics on the prevalence of child and adolescent sexual abuse are difficult to collect because of problems of underreporting and the lack of one definition of what constitutes such abuse. However, there is general agreement among mental health and child protection professionals that child sexual abuse is not uncommon and is a serious problem which has become more widely spread with the internet. This new book presents recent and significant research from around the globe.

Author : Mic Hunter
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1995-03-14
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780803971950

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Child Survivors and Perpetrators of Sexual Abuse by Mic Hunter Pdf

Written both for practitioners and advanced clinical students, this accessible volume will serve as a valuable resource.

Author : David Murray Fergusson,David M. Fergusson,Paul E. Mullen
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1999-02-02
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780761911371

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Childhood Sexual Abuse by David Murray Fergusson,David M. Fergusson,Paul E. Mullen Pdf

Childhood Sexual Abuse critically reviews research into and provides a concise and clear guide to our current knowledge on the topic. The issues covered include: the prevalence of child sexual abuse; who molests children; the effects of such abuse, both immediate and long-term; the risk factors for abuse; and the influences and interventions that may amplify or ameliorate the impact of child sexual abuse on the victim. Areas of debate, such as the false memory syndrome, are approached in terms of the research data relevant to their resolution. This volume sets out to inform rather than advocate, discusses the methodologies of research as well as their results, highlights the limitations and the extent of current information, and points out how we can learn more about child sexual abuse.

Author : Anne M. Nurse
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781643150321

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Confronting Child Sexual Abuse by Anne M. Nurse Pdf

Most people get information about child sexual abuse from media coverage, social movements, or conversations with family and friends. Confronting Child Sexual Abuse describes how these forces shape our views of victims and offenders, while also providing an in-depth look at prevention efforts and current research. Sociologist Anne Nurse has synthesized studies spanning the fields of psychology, sociology, communications, criminology, and political science to produce this nuanced, accessible, and up-to-date account. Topics include the prevalence of abuse, the impact of abuse on victims and families, offender characteristics, abuse in institutions, and the efficacy of treatments. Written for people who care for kids, for students considering careers in criminal justice or human services, and for anyone seeking information about this devastating issue, Nurse’s book offers new public policy ideas as well as practical suggestions on how to engage in prevention work. Interactive links to studies, videos, and podcasts connect readers to further resources.

Author : Lenore E. Walker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : UOM:39015050394223

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Handbook on Sexual Abuse of Children by Lenore E. Walker Pdf

Author : Judy Steed
Publisher : Vintage Canada
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Child sexual abuse
ISBN : 0394224434

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Our Little Secret by Judy Steed Pdf

A powerful and moving book exposing one of Canada's most traumatic crimes--child sexual abuse. Award-winning journalist Judy Steed confronts the painful and controversial subject of child sexual abuse. Verified incidents of sexual assaults against children increase every year, yet the issue remains largely a hidden problem. Reporting from the frontlines, in an accessible, anecdotal style, Judy Steed brings all aspects of this complex subject to light. Our Little Secret is a book for parents, alerting them to the dangers posed by child abusers; for professionals, offering insight into how the most experienced police detectives, doctors, teachers, Crown attorneys, social workers and lawyers across the county deal with the issues and problems surrounding child sexual abuse; and for victims themselves, whose voices come through loud and clear, sharing their experiences and hard-earned wisdom on how they have managed to survive. Their stories are instructive, unforgettable--and imperative reading for anyone who cars about children.

Author : Jade Christine Angelica
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-28
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781317708827

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We Are Not Alone by Jade Christine Angelica Pdf

Any teenage boy who discloses sexual abuse is facing an emotional ordeal. However, the workbook We Are Not Alone: A Teenage Boy’s Personal Account of Child Sexual Abuse from Disclosure Through Prosecution and Treatment can help him understand and endure the process. As it tells the first-person story of Joe, whose neighbor molested him, it offers an opportunity to discuss emotional issues, learn the facts of the process, and gain the sense of solidarity and support so crucial to the recovery of abused children. This helpful book deals with gender-specific issues as well as the universal problems of any sexually traumatized teenager. We Are Not Alone: A Guidebook for Helping Professionals and Parents Supporting Adolescent Victims of Sexual Abuse is also available as a companion volume for therapists, teachers, legal and law enforcement professionals, and parents of the victim.

Author : National Research Council,Institute of Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780309310468

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Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States by National Research Council,Institute of Medicine Pdf

Every day in the United States, children and adolescents are victims of commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking. These are not only illegal activities, but also forms of violence and abuse that result in immediate and long-term physical, mental, and emotional harm to victims and survivors. In 2013, the Institute of Medicine/National Research Council released the report Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States. The report found that the United States is in the very early stages of recognizing, understanding, and developing solutions for these crimes. Health care professionals need to be able to recognize past, ongoing, or potential victimization by commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking among the youth in their care. Failure to do so increases the possibility that those at risk may become victims, and victims may miss opportunities for assistance and remain vulnerable to further exploitation and abuse. This Guide for the Health Care Sector provides a summary of information from the original report that is most relevant to individuals who and settings that see children and adolescents for prevention and treatment of injury, illness, and disease. This includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, mental health professionals, and dentists who practice in settings such as emergency departments, urgent care, primary care clinics, adolescent medicine clinics, school clinics, shelters, community health centers, and dental clinics among others. This guide includes definitions of key terms and an overview of risk factors and consequences; barriers to identifying victims and survivors as well as opportunities for overcoming these barriers; examples of current practices in the health care sector; and recommendations aimed at identifying, preventing, and responding to these crimes.

Author : David Finkelhor
Publisher : SAGE Publications, Incorporated
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : STANFORD:36105038021825

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A Sourcebook on Child Sexual Abuse by David Finkelhor Pdf

- How widespread is child sexual abuse? - Which groups of children are at greatest risk? - Why do offenders offend? - What are the initial and long-term effects of sexual abuse on victims? - How can child sexual abuse be prevented? - How should researchers approach the problem? David Finkelhor is a leading researcher in the field of family violence and child sexual abuse. He is the author of two previous books on the subject, "Sexually Victimized Children "and "Child Sexual Abuse: New Theory and Research." Finkelhor is also known for his work in other areas of family violence. He is a co-editor of "Dark Side of" Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Author : Randall Easton Wickham,Janet West
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2002-05-24
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0761969691

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Therapeutic Work with Sexually Abused Children by Randall Easton Wickham,Janet West Pdf

`This book is a practical and supportive guide for the professionals facing this traumatic subject. [It] is easily readable' - Journal of Child and Adolescent Mental Health `Therapeutic Work With Sexually Abused Children locates the practice experience of the authors within a rigorous theoretical framework and is a readable and useable guide to the complexities of helping children and adolescents who have suffered the trauma of sexual abuse' - Youth & Policy `It is refreshing to find child therapists ready to engage with sexually abused children by incorporating trauma theory and research, addressing child protection and seeing themselves as part of a team that includes the carers. The authors provide an overview of phases of treatment, theoretical considerations and essential skills. They emphasize the importance of relationship and explore its impact on the therapist. Their approach is creative and child-centered. Case vignettes, poems and exercises promote empathy with the child's perspective. There is a useful chapter on cultural issues and the needs of children in alternative care... this is an excellent primer for the child's helping network' - Community Care `This is an excellent book for workers seeking to respond more effectively to child victims of abuse' - David Pearson, Caring Magazine Therapeutic Work with Sexually Abused Children is a creative and practical guide for professionals working directly with those who have suffered sexual abuse and for their carers. The trauma of sexual abuse experienced in childhood can be severe and enduring. Therapeutic support is offered to help both the child and the family cope with psychological or emotional difficulties both currently and in later life. Therapists must be able to respond effectively to the child victim in a sensitive and timely way which prioritizes the needs of each child. Drawing on their experience as practitioners, the authors explore the reactions which children commonly experience following abuse and examine the tasks of the therapist in responding to them. This book explores the counselling of children who have been abused rather than adult survivors of child abuse. The book will benefit from the combined experiences of one US author and one UK author.

Author : Samantha L. Friedenberg,David J. Hansen,Mary Fran Flood
Publisher : Elsevier Inc. Chapters
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-28
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780128058251

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Handbook of Child and Adolescent Sexuality by Samantha L. Friedenberg,David J. Hansen,Mary Fran Flood Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Institute of Medicine,Committee on Law and Justice,Board on Children, Youth, and Families,Committee on the Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 479 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780309286589

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Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States by National Research Council,Institute of Medicine,Committee on Law and Justice,Board on Children, Youth, and Families,Committee on the Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States Pdf

Every day in the United States, children and adolescents are victims of commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking. Despite the serious and long-term consequences for victims as well as their families, communities, and society, efforts to prevent, identify, and respond to these crimes are largely under supported, inefficient, uncoordinated, and unevaluated. Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States examines commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents of the United States under age 18. According to this report, efforts to prevent, identify, and respond to these crimes require better collaborative approaches that build upon the capabilities of people and entities from a range of sectors. In addition, such efforts need to confront demand and the individuals who commit and benefit from these crimes. The report recommends increased awareness and understanding, strengthening of the law's response, strengthening of research to advance understanding and to support the development of prevention and intervention strategies, support for multi-sector and interagency collaboration, and creation of a digital information-sharing platform. A nation that is unaware of these problems or disengaged from solutions unwittingly contributes to the ongoing abuse of minors. If acted upon in a coordinated and comprehensive manner, the recommendations of Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States can help advance and strengthen the nation's emerging efforts to prevent, identify, and respond to commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking of minors in the United States.