Health consequences of abuse in the family : a clinical guide for evidence-based practice /

This edited book translates research into practice by examining the intersection of family violence and health. Specifically, this volume looks at the health care needs of people who have experienced abuse and subsequently have related chronic diseases and conditions. As part of the American Psychol...

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Other Authors:	Kendall-Tackett, Kathleen A.
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, [2004]
Edition:	1st ed.
Series:	Application and practice in health psychology.
Subjects:	Abused children > Mental health. Adult child abuse victims > Mental health. Family violence > Psychological aspects. Evidence-based psychiatry. Child Abuse. Crime Victims. Domestic Violence > psychology. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

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Summary:	This edited book translates research into practice by examining the intersection of family violence and health. Specifically, this volume looks at the health care needs of people who have experienced abuse and subsequently have related chronic diseases and conditions. As part of the American Psychological Association Division 38 (Health Psychology) Application and Practice in Health Psychology Series, this book broadly summarizes research and clinical cases and offers practical suggestions to psychologists working in various health care settings. Chapter contributors carefully examine the implications for clinical practice as well as the special needs of children with disabilities, elders, and women. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2005 APA, all rights reserved).
Item Description:	Electronic resource.
Physical Description:	1 online resource (xiii, 289 pages)
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references and indexes.