The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution: Mediation Theory and Practice (Jossey-Bass Library of Conflict Resolution) [Hardcover]

Alison Taylor (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 27, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0787956392 | ISBN-13: 978-0787956394 | Edition: 1

No matter your profession (attorney, clinician, family therapist) or skill level (seasoned professional or novice), The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution is an invaluable resource that outlines the most effective mediation approaches, techniques, and skills. The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution is a practical and comprehensive guide that includes
* A review of professional ethics and standards
* Help for attorneys who are not trained in the skills needed for working with families
* Information about cultural issues that affect families during mediation
* Highlights of key legal and negotiation skills
* Guidelines for understanding complex family dynamics and conflicts
* A screening tool for evaluating domestic violence
* A matrix for starting discussions of parenting plans based on children's needs
* An examination of specialized practices for family mediation
* Direction for assessing one's professional approach to family mediation

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"Many case studies are used to illustrate the most effective mediation approaches." (Juvenile and Family Court Journal, Spring 2002)

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"Written by a practitioner for practitioners, this book provides a theoretical framework for the process decisions we make as mediators and then offers specific tools and strategies. Especially beneficial for those without a psychological background, this reference guide explores how mediators' understanding of family dynamics and systems has a direct impact on the effectiveness of our interventions. An excellent guide for the beginning or experienced mediator." — Nina Meierding, past president, Academy of Family Mediators

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 496 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (February 27, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787956392
• ISBN-13: 978-0787956394
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,403,080 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific!, February 4, 2011

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This review is from: The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution: Mediation Theory and Practice (The Jossey-Bass Library of Conflict Resolution) (Paperback)

I am in the Marriage and Family/Child Therapist graduate program. I have added Negotiations Crisis Resolutions classes for certification. This book is terrific. In the beginning first two chapters it is more of a psychology book. I would recommend it to MFT, SW, and psychology students for study.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Nice Springboard for Discussion in Class, May 31, 2007

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This review is from: The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution: Mediation Theory and Practice (Jossey-Bass Library of Conflict Resolution) (Hardcover)

This is a terrific reference and a springboard for discussion in class, but as far as books go, it's nothing so terrific that would turn me on to mediation if I were in a book store flipping through books for something to read.

The book is easy to read and follow as far as topics are concerned and if you need to look something up, topics are easy to find and outline.