Understanding Family Violence: Treating and Preventing Partner, Child, Sibling and Elder Abuse

by Vernon R. Wiehe

Book Overview

This thorough exploration of the major types of family violence details the range of abusive behaviors perpetrated within family systems. Case vignettes effectively illustrate these events, and the victims′ experiences and perceptions of the abuse. Chapters delineate: the reasons why various types of abuse continue to occur; how different types of violent behavior may be treated; and suggestions for prevention. In addition, the author provides...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761916458
• ISBN13: 9780761916451
• Release Date: July 1998
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.1"

Customer Reviews

Rampant Elder Abuse and Fraud Colored by Law: Guardianship

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