The Truth is Longer Than a Lie - Children's Experiences of Abuse and Professional Interventions (Paperback)

All too often child victims of abuse either remain silent or are not listened to when they do decide to speak of their experiences, but The Truth is Longer Than a Lie gives abused children and young people a voice. This groundbreaking book reveals what young victims have to say about abuse and its effects on their lives; their views on the reasons for abuse; their opinions of abusers and non-offending parents; and how they felt about disclosing their experiences. Significantly, this book provides important insights into children's perceptions of the professionals who intervened - to protect them, to prosecute the abuser or to provide therapeutic counselling. The authors examine societal factors that increase children's vulnerability, and propose measures for preventing abuse. They outline the requirements of ethically sound research, including appropriate interviewing techniques, and conclude with recommendations for future research. The Truth is Longer Than a Lie is invaluable reading for social workers, child protection workers, counsellors, legal professionals and anyone working with abused children.

General

Imprint:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2006
First published:	April 2006
Authors:	Chris Goddard
Dimensions:	234 x 154 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	192
ISBN-13:	978-1-84310-317-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social welfare & social services > Child welfare Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Violence in society > Child abuse Promotions
LSN:	1-84310-317-6
Barcode:	9781843103172

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