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Edited by Sandra J. Kaplan, with a contribution by Howard A. Davidson. 332 pp. Washington, D.C., American Psychiatric Press, 1996. $46.50. ISBN 0-89042-010-6.

Family Violence: A Clinical and Legal Guide examines the psychological sequelae for victims of family violence and provides important information about therapeutic interventions. It addresses the physical abuse, neglect, and maltreatment of children and adolescents; the sexual abuse of children; domestic violence; and the abuse of elders. Each chapter defines the problem and presents options for intervening with victims and their families.

The preface states, "Each of the first six chapters reviews the mental health literature, advises how to do a physical and mental health assessment, and discusses treatment methods as well as prevention and legal advocacy needs." The . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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