Understanding and assessing child sexual maltreatment - Faller, Kathleen Coulborn (Sage Publications, 2003)
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Includes bibliographical references and index
"Understanding and Assessing Child Sexual Maltreatment, Second Edition presents a wealth of practical information and field-tested tools. The author uses clear language and numerous case studies to address all aspects of child sexual abuse including: the scope of the problem, professional collaboration, data analysis and diagnosis, and sexual abuse in special contexts." "An essential resource for child protection workers, mental health practitioners, lawyers, and law enforcement personnel, Understanding and Assessing Child Sexual Maltreatment, Second Edition is also an ideal supplementary text for graduate courses in child welfare practice, social work, and psychology."--BOOK JACKET.
What Constitutes Sexual Maltreatment? -- - Professional Roles and the Extent of Child Sexual Maltreatment -- - Definitions and Signs of Child Sexual Maltreatment -- - Collaborating With Institutions Having Mandatory and Legal Obligations -- - Working With Protective Services and the Police -- - Collaborating With Attorneys and Working With the Courts -- - Data Collection and Decision Making -- - Child Interviews When Sexual Abuse Is Suspected -- - The Context of Child Interviewing -- - Decision Making in Child Sexual Abuse -- - Sexual Abuse in Special Contexts -- - Sexual Abuse in Family Foster Care -- - Sexual Abuse in Day Care -- - Sexual Abuse Allegations in Divorce