Domestic Violence And Child Protection ─ Directions for Good Practice

Thirteen contributions from international academics and practitioners offer practical guidance for those working with children living with domestic violence. The first two chapters provide an overview of the relationship between domestic violence and child protection services, primarily in the UK. Other topics include (for example) prevention programs, perpetrator assessment, and the use of research to develop practice in child protection and child care. Humphreys teaches social work at the U. of Warwick, and Stanley is affiliated with the U. of Central Lancashire. Annotation c2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Cathy Humphreys is a senior lecturer in Health and Social Work at the University of Warwick. She has worked as a practitioner, researcher and educator in domestic violence and child abuse. Cathy's other research areas include substance misuse, mental health, outreach and advocacy services for both women and children, and child contact. Nicky Stanley is Professor in Social Work at the University of Central Lancashire. She is a qualified social worker with experience in family social work and mental health. Nicky is Co-Editor of Child Abuse Review and her research interests include domestic violence, child care, mental health and risk.