Gender-inclusive treatment of intimate partner abuse : evidence-based approaches / John Hamel.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hamel, John.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Spousal abuse.

Couples therapy.

Family psychotherapy.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (413 p.)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Springer Publishing Company, [2014]

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Praise for the first edition:. ""A comprehensive assessment and treatment handbook that addresses the complexities of violence by men and women in intimate relationships. The appendix includes many excellent assessment forms and patient exercises professionals can utilize to augment their treatment approach."". -Daniel J. Sonkin, PhD. Author of Learning to Live Without Violence: A Handbook for Men. ""Finally, a 'how to' guide to abuse that recognizes just how key the dynamic within the couple can be in predicting and perpetuating violence. This step-by-step approach will help both professional

Contents:

Partner abuse today

Diagnostic issues

Conducting partner abuse assessments

Treatment basics

Working with victims

The treatment plan

Group work

Family systems and couples interventions

Working with families

Partner abuse in disputed child custody cases.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

0-8261-9678-0

OCLC:

863824747