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Domestic Violence: A Handbook for Health Care Professionals

Domestic Violence: A Handbook for Health Care Professionals

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ISBN10: 0415282209
ISBN13: 9780415282208
Publisher: Routledge
Published: Feb 26 2004
Pages: 248
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.84 Depth: 9.68
Language: English

This Handbook provides a clear introduction to the theoretical debates surrounding the topic of domestic violence, and also offers practical advice on possible interventions. Focusing on improving the care of clients it covers:

  • the causes and consequences of domestic violence
  • personal and professional issues for the practitioner
  • domestic violence and the law
  • the process of effective intervention
  • interventions in specific health care settings
  • interventions where children are involved
  • multi-agency approaches
  • education and training.

Taking an evidence-based approach to practical problems, Domestic Violence is an invaluable resource for nurses, doctors and other health practitioners who deal with the consequences of domestic violence in their daily work.

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