Domestic Violence and Abuse
A Reference Handbook
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:7th Jan '20
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
A comprehensive and timely resource for students, activists, educators, and advocates, Domestic Violence and Abuse: A Reference Handbook provides a rich and scholarly assessment of this important social issue while also including stories and profiles for a more personal understanding. Domestic Violence and Abuse: A Reference Handbook provides a thorough review of the most recent research about intimate partner violence. Additionally, a historical review provides readers with a sense of how views on domestic violence have changed over time and how different policies and practices have and have not been successful. Appropriate for readers at the high school level and above, the volume focuses on the scope, extent, and characteristics of domestic violence and offers several unique elements, including profiles of significant individuals, personal stories from advocates, activists and survivors, and a review of controversial issues. The volume also includes a chronology of key events, relevant data and documents, primary source data, and recommended resources.
Recommended. Two-year program students and general readers through graduate students. * Choice *
ISBN: 9781440858833
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 624g
376 pages