Child Maltreatment: A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Second Edition (2 Vol. Set) [Hardcover]

James A. Monteleone MD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1998 | ISBN-10: 1878060260 | ISBN-13: 978-1878060266 | Edition: 2

Child Maltreatment A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Second Edition, is the essential deskside reference for anyone who is involved in the identifying, interpreting, and reporting of child abuse caseslaw enforcement, medical professionals, social workers, attorneys, and others. This two-volume set is the most comprehensive available on child maltreatment and abuse. Authored by a nationally recognized expert with contributions from more than 40 seasoned professionals in the various areas of child abuse, all chapters in Child Maltreatment, Second Edition have been updated with the latest research, statistics, and terminology available. Detailed case studies provide you with an informed, clinical understanding of child abuse. More than 1000 full-color images illustrate types of abuse cases routinely encountered. This reference provides every tool you will need to effectively identify and report child abuse.

• oral injuries
• developmental influences
• arttherapy
• psychopathology and the role of the child psychiatrist
• child fatality review teams, failure to thrive, and forensic findings
• more than 225 new photographs and 250 new pages have also been added

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The discussion of the physical examination of sexualy abused children is a gem. This section alone makes the book worthwhile." -- New England Journal of Medicine

This very comprehensive work will meet most needs for both the new learner and the experienced professional." -- Archives of Family Medicine, American Medical Association

From the Publisher

The world's best selling encyclopedia of child abuse: VOLUME 1: A Clinical Guide and Reference, and VOLUME 2: A Comprehensive Photographic Reference Identifying Potential Child Abuse are an invaluable resource for all professionals in human and social services, medical and mental health, juvenile and family court, juvenile probation, law enforcement, treatment centers, hospitals, and youth/family service agencies. From sexual abuse to emotional trauma . . . from radiology diagnostics to patient interview formats . . . from making the report to appearing in court, Child Maltreatment goes far beyond any reference work you have to equip you for your role as a mandated reporter in a suspected case of child abuse. Descriptive captions and explicit case histories show you what forensic techniques will help reconstruct an incident and confirm suspected abuse. And while other references give only passing mention to the interview process in sexual abuse cases, you will see how top interviewers delicately separate fact from fantasy. Nearly! 1,000 color photos and x-rays, documented case histories from the files of over 40 leading practitioners in the field, and pages of peer-reviewed commentary and statistical information will give you an understanding only years of clinical work could rival.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1052 pages
• Publisher: G.W. Medical Publishing; 2 edition (December 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1878060260
• ISBN-13: 978-1878060266
• Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 9 x 2.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,371,098 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource for Professionals, March 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Child Maltreatment: A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Second Edition (2 Vol. Set) (Hardcover)

As a Criminal Investigator that works Child Abuse/Sex Abuse, I found this set to be an excellent source of information. Photographs are quality and help to illuminate the text. Covers intentional and accidental injury. I highly recommend this set to medical professionals who work in this field, especially SANE's. Also recommended for Social Services and Law Enforcment.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Child Maltreatment: 2 Vol Set, March 11, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Child Maltreatment: A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Second Edition (2 Vol. Set) (Hardcover)

I perform Child Protective Services as a social worker the first agency where I was employed had this two volume set available to the staff. The information contained was detailed and inclusive of all aspects of child abuse. It was a wonderful source of medical information that assisted me in determining the child abuse with signs and symptoms. I have been trying to locate this set since 1998 to use at my agency. I am hopeful that it will be published in the future.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must" for anyone involved in the issue of Child Abuse, June 27, 2007

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James A. Shields (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Child Maltreatment: A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Third Edition (2 Vol. Set) (Hardcover)

In the interest of full disclosure, Dr. Giardino serves on the board of directors of Justice for Children (JFC), of which I am Executive Director.

This two volume set is a "must have" resource for all of us involved in the issue of child abuse.

Volume I, the Clinical Guide contains 43 chapters with 7 sections:

* Physical maltreatment

* Neglect

* Sexual maltreatment

* Psychological maltreatment and developmental health issues

* Cultures at risk of child maltreatment

* Legal aspects and forensic issues

* Professional roles in investigation, treatment, and prevention

Volume II, the comprehensive photographic reference, has 19 chapters with 5 sections:

* Physical abuse

* Sexual abuse

* Criminal and psychological investigations

* Evaluation, equipment, and demonstrations

* Resources for child care professionals

Justice for Children was founded 20 years ago by a prosecutor (Randy Burton) in Houston, TX. In that position, he saw countless numbers of abused children who were not being protected by the very systems we taxpayers fund to protect them. The reasons for system failure are many but one cause which cuts across all disciplines is ignorance of the issue of child maltreatment.

Information, presented clearly and from a multidiscipline perspective, is the best way to remove the barrier that ignorance places in the path of protecting abused children. Building on the latest and best information from health care professionals, the editors of Volume III, have provided a tremendous resource for mandated reporters, and all people who are in law enforcement, criminal justice, children protective services, and all child advocates.

James A. Shields

Executive Director

Justice for Children