Domestic Violence: A Handbook for Health Care Professionals

by Lyn Shipway (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2004

  $69.78

  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.