Treating Violence

Treating Violence
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 202
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ISBN-10 : 9780198526902
ISBN-13 : 0198526903
Rating : 4/5 (02 Downloads)

Synopsis Treating Violence by : Tony Maden

Treating Violence deals with the problem of violence by mental health patients. Studies have established that mental disorders lead to violence in a minority of sufferers. This book critically reviews risk assessment methods and summarises the evidence. It should be read by anybody working in front line mental health services or criminal justice.

Applied Behavior Analysis Treatment of Violence and Aggression in Persons with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

Applied Behavior Analysis Treatment of Violence and Aggression in Persons with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 211
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ISBN-10 : 9783030685492
ISBN-13 : 3030685497
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis Applied Behavior Analysis Treatment of Violence and Aggression in Persons with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities by : James K. Luiselli

This book focuses on applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment of violence and aggression in persons with neurodevelopmental disabilities. It details ABA theory and concepts leading to empirical treatment procedures that can be implemented successfully across diverse treatment settings. Further, the book examines contemporary approaches to functional behavioral assessment (FBA) and functional analysis (FA) in determining the environmental conditions responsible for violence and aggression. In addition, the volume describes several evidence-supported treatment procedures that encompass antecedent-control, contingency management, cognitive-behavior therapy, and physical intervention components. It addresses effective strategies for training and supervising care providers, including behavioral skills training (BST), posttraining performance management, and mindfulness. Finally, the book presents recommendations that guide effective and socially valid research-to-practice translation. Applied Behavior Analysis Treatment of Violence and Aggression in Persons with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities is an essential resource for researchers, clinicians/therapists, and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in forensic psychology, public health, criminology/criminal justice, and behavioral therapy and rehabilitation.

Couples Therapy for Domestic Violence

Couples Therapy for Domestic Violence
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Publisher : Amer Psychological Assn
Total Pages : 204
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ISBN-10 : 1433809826
ISBN-13 : 9781433809828
Rating : 4/5 (26 Downloads)

Synopsis Couples Therapy for Domestic Violence by : Sandra M. Stith

Up to 65% of couples who seek therapy for marital problems have had at least one prior violent episode. Unfortunately, therapists often miss this critical information because they do not effectively assess for it. This book presents a safety-focused approach to assessment and treatment of couples who choose to remain together after one or both partners have been violent. Treatment options for intimate partner violence have evolved alongside the growing awareness and broader definitions of domestic violence. Since 1997 the authors have conducted Domestic Violence Focused Couples Treatment (DVFCT), collected data, and refined their program. The authors outline their assessment and screening process and share case illustrations to demonstrate when conjoint treatment can be a safe and viable option. Readers get an overview of the 18-session course of DVFCT and tips for adapting it for multi-couple groups or for a single couple. The major tenets of solution-focused therapy, such as underscoring even the smallest of successes, are emphasized throughout, as are the following special features: -safety planning -mindfulness techniques for anger awareness and reduction -negotiated time-out procedures -drug and alcohol use modules -psychoeducational tools and materials on violence Therapists will learn how to assess intimate partner violence and help couples eliminate all forms of violence and begin on a positive path toward their vision of a healthy relationship.

Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment and Treatment

Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment and Treatment
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Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages : 681
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ISBN-10 : 9780826199041
ISBN-13 : 0826199046
Rating : 4/5 (41 Downloads)

Synopsis Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment and Treatment by : Joel T. Andrade, PhD, LICSW

"This book describes violence risk assessment in both juveniles and adults, incorporating dynamic and static factors, along with treatment alternativesÖ..Research and practice are combined quite nicely, along with assessment and treatment. There is something for everyone here." Score: 91, 4 stars --Doody's "Forensic clinicians will find this book to be a valuable reference book as well as a very useful clinical treatment guide relevant to violent offenders." --Jeffrey L. Metzner, MD Mental health practitioners are confronted with the difficult task of assessing the risk that offenders pose to the general public. This comprehensive volume provides practitioners with the knowledge and insight necessary to conduct violence risk assessments, and to synthesize clinical and research data into comprehensive reports and oral testimony. Violence risk assessment requires a well-formulated and comprehensive risk management plan. Andrade and the authors present that plan, and demonstrate how it can be clearly implemented in practice. With numerous clinical case studies, this book illustrates the process of conducting violence risk assessments, outlines the tools used in these evaluations, and explains how information is translated into an overall assessment and guide for future risk management. Key Features: Investigates the etiology of violent behavior, and provides a review and analysis of recent literature Discusses both adult and youth violence, providing insight into the developmental course of aggressive behavior throughout the lifespan Contains chapters on special populations, including female offenders, intimate partners, psychopathic and mentally ill offenders, and sexually abusive youth Useful to practitioners from various fields including social work, psychology, and psychiatry, as well as students in these disciplines Ultimately, this book provides practitioners with an understanding of risk assessment, treatment, and risk management, serving as an authoritative guide to applying empirical findings to mental health practice.

Understanding Family Violence

Understanding Family Violence
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Publisher : SAGE
Total Pages : 296
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ISBN-10 : 0761916458
ISBN-13 : 9780761916451
Rating : 4/5 (58 Downloads)

Synopsis Understanding Family Violence by : Vernon R. Wiehe

This thorough exploration of the major types of family violence details the range of abusive behaviours 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 behaviour may be treated; and suggestions for prevention. In addition, the author provides definitions of terms, summaries, valuable references and additional suggested readings.

Violence in Families

Violence in Families
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Publisher : National Academies Press
Total Pages : 412
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ISBN-10 : 9780309175463
ISBN-13 : 0309175461
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Violence in Families by : National Research Council and Institute of Medicine

Reports of mistreated children, domestic violence, and abuse of elderly persons continue to strain the capacity of police, courts, social services agencies, and medical centers. At the same time, myriad treatment and prevention programs are providing services to victims and offenders. Although limited research knowledge exists regarding the effectiveness of these programs, such information is often scattered, inaccessible, and difficult to obtain. Violence in Families takes the first hard look at the successes and failures of family violence interventions. It offers recommendations to guide services, programs, policy, and research on victim support and assistance, treatments and penalties for offenders, and law enforcement. Included is an analysis of more than 100 evaluation studies on the outcomes of different kinds of programs and services. Violence in Families provides the most comprehensive review on the topic to date. It explores the scope and complexity of family violence, including identification of the multiple types of victims and offenders, who require different approaches to intervention. The book outlines new strategies that offer promising approaches for service providers and researchers and for improving the evaluation of prevention and treatment services. Violence in Families discusses issues that underlie all types of family violence, such as the tension between family support and the protection of children, risk factors that contribute to violent behavior in families, and the balance between family privacy and community interventions. The core of the book is a research-based review of interventions used in three institutional sectorsâ€"social services, health, and law enforcement settingsâ€"and how to measure their effectiveness in combating maltreatment of children, domestic violence, and abuse of the elderly. Among the questions explored by the committee: Does the child protective services system work? Does the threat of arrest deter batterers? The volume discusses the strength of the evidence and highlights emerging links among interventions in different institutional settings. Thorough, readable, and well organized, Violence in Families synthesizes what is known and outlines what needs to be discovered. This volume will be of great interest to policymakers, social services providers, health care professionals, police and court officials, victim advocates, researchers, and concerned individuals.

Solution-focused Treatment of Domestic Violence Offenders

Solution-focused Treatment of Domestic Violence Offenders
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 290
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ISBN-10 : 0195146778
ISBN-13 : 9780195146776
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis Solution-focused Treatment of Domestic Violence Offenders by : Mo Yee Lee

Rates of recidivism for domestic 'batterers' following traditional treatment programs has lent urgency to finding alternative methods. This book describes a cutting-edge approach to treatment, 'solution-focused therapy', that focuses on holding offenders responsible for building solutions.

Drugs, Crime and Violence

Drugs, Crime and Violence
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Publisher : Hamilton Books
Total Pages : 153
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ISBN-10 : 9780761859680
ISBN-13 : 0761859683
Rating : 4/5 (80 Downloads)

Synopsis Drugs, Crime and Violence by : Howard Rahtz

Forty years ago, President Richard Nixon declared a “war on drugs.” Since that time, the country has incarcerated thousands of citizens and spent billions of dollars, and yet the drug problem rolls on. Today, the illegal drug market funds international terrorism, the horrific drug war on the Mexican border, and the senseless violence plaguing our communities, large and small. It is past time for a new direction. This book provides a drug policy framework that will choke off the revenue supporting the illegal drug market. Howard Rahtz outlines a series of drug policy steps buttressed by a historical review of drug policy measures, a review of international efforts against trafficking, and a clear understanding of the dynamics of addiction and its role in facilitating the illegal drug market.

Trauma-informed Treatment and Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence

Trauma-informed Treatment and Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence
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Publisher : American Psychological Association (APA)
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1433822318
ISBN-13 : 9781433822315
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis Trauma-informed Treatment and Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence by : Casey T. Taft

This book gives mental health professionals the knowledge and practical skills they need to provide effective treatment to individuals who engage in IPV and have a history of exposure to trauma.

Understanding and Treating Incels

Understanding and Treating Incels
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 282
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ISBN-10 : 9781000225440
ISBN-13 : 1000225445
Rating : 4/5 (40 Downloads)

Synopsis Understanding and Treating Incels by : Brian Van Brunt

Understanding and Treating Incels is an indispensable guide for mental health clinical staff, social workers, prevention specialists, educators, and threat assessment professionals who want to better understand the involuntary celibate movement, assess individuals’ potential for violence, and offer treatment approaches and prevention efforts. Chapters explore the movement in terms of gender, technology, the media, and pornography usage. The book discusses how the incel mentality has motivated individuals to misogynistic worldviews and increased rage and disillusionment, and inspired acts of targeted violence such as school shootings and mass casualty events. Later chapters walk the reader through three cases studies and offer treatment considerations to assist mental health professionals and those developing education and prevention-based programming. The complete text gives the reader useful perspectives and insights into incel culture while offering mental health clinicians and educators guidance on treatment and prevention efforts.