Full Description
Confronting Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse is the first text to examine the history, theory, treatment, and prevention of this complex phenomenon. With in-depth insights into the psychologies of victims, their families, and the perpetrators, this comprehensive text shows readers how to recognize the symptoms and impact of childhood sexual abuse, critically engage with the unique nature of each case, complete a thorough assessment, develop a treatment plan, and effectively intervene in critical situations. A national expert on child abuse and neglect and the author of numerous books and publications, Cynthia Crosson-Tower addresses a wide range of special topics and helps readers prepare for working in this challenging professional field.
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Overview of Child Sexual Abuse
Chapter 1: Yesterday and Today: The History of Sexual Exploitation and Intervention as a Backdrop for Today's Understanding
Chapter 2: The Dynamics of Child Sexual Abuse
Chapter 3: Theories, Models, and Context of Child Sexual Abuse
Victims, Perpetrators, and Nonoffending Parents
Chapter 4: Child Victims of Sexual Abuse: Development and Symptomology
Chapter 5: Sexual Offending Against Children
Chapter 6: Intrafamilial Abuse or Incest
Chapter 7: Pornography, Prostitution, and the Internet
Chapter 8: Children and Adolescents Who Sexually Abuse
Chapter 9: Offenders in Roles of Authority: Teachers, Coaches, Day Care Providers, and Therapists
Chapter 10: Sexual Abuse by Clergy: A Unique Offender
Intervention
Chapter 11: Initial Intervention in Child Sexual Abuse
Chapter 12: Assessment and Treatment Planning for Children and Family Members
Chapter 13: Treatment for Victims and Families
Chapter 14: Assessment and Treatment for Adult Sexual Offenders
Chapter 15: Treatment for Adult Survivors: Surviving Child Sexual Abuse
Chapter 16: Working With Child Sexual Abuse
Chapter 17: Working Toward Prevention
References
Index
About the Author
