This timely volume shows how abuse impacts every segment of
society-and how society is seeking effective ways to respond.
Abuse, a key theme of health education curricula, is also a major
issue faced by many segments of society. Intended for high school
students as well as undergraduates and the general reader, this
comprehensive encyclopedia explores abuse in all its
forms-physical, sexual, emotional, and verbal-among a variety of
age and demographic groups from children to the elderly to the
disabled. It sheds light on causes and symptoms of abuse, examines
lasting impacts, and suggests avenues for prevention and treatment.
Specific topics of concern to a secondary school audience include
bullying and cyberbullying; abuse of those in same-sex
relationships; and sexual abuse through rape, date rape, incest,
and sexting. Elder abuse, which has become of greater concern as
our society ages, is covered, as are domestic abuse, child abuse,
and abduction. Through up-to-date entries by expert contributors,
readers will learn about the causes and results of specific types
of abuse, as well as their legal and sociological dimensions. The
title will also serve as a gateway to further study-and as a
resource for readers seeking help. Offers an introductory essay
that places the subject in context and provides a framework within
which to study and understand abuse Features entries from leading
scholars who provide a contemporary approach to the issues Covers a
wide range of types of abuse, individuals and organizations
affected by abuse, and people working to reduce and eliminate abuse
Includes summaries of laws that apply to various forms of abuse
Provides a "topic finder" to assist readers in locating information
relative to particular types of abuse
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