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The Trauma of Sexual Assault

Treatment, Prevention and Practice
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The Trauma of Sexual Assault offers a comprehensive exploration of the psychological and social challenges faced by adult victims of sexual assault. It synthesises research, theory, and clinical practice to inform treatment and long-term management. The book includes a detailed flow-through model for psychological and social support from initial presentation, addressing the needs of both women and men, and serves as a vital reference for mental health and sexual health professionals.
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This book is suited to mental health specialists, sexual health professionals, counsellors, and trainees seeking an informed and practical guide to addressing the psychological impact of sexual assault.

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Part of the Wiley Series in Clinical Psychology, The Trauma of Sexual Assault is essential reading for the wide range of professionals who become involved in the care and treatment of survivors of sexual assault. This much-needed reference is the first text to consider the psychological impact of sexual assault on women and men.

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The psycho-social needs of victims of rape and sexual assault are increasingly recognised, and there is a need for a critical synthesis of knowledge and practice to support the development of training and best practice in the mental health and sexual health professions.

The Trauma of Sexual Assault provides an understanding of the theoretical underpinning of the wide range of clinical problems that can follow sexual assault. Focusing on adult victims of sexual assault, this book brings together research findings, theoretical perspectives and implications for treatment, longer term management, and future policy.

  • The first text to consider the psychological impact of sexual assault on women and men
  • Incorporates a comprehensive flow-through model of psychological and social management from the initial presentation of the assaulted person onwards
  • A much needed reference, accessible to a wide range of professionals

Part of the Wiley Series in Clinical Psychology

Series: Wiley Series in Clinical Psychology

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Reviews highlight this work as an essential and rare resource that appeals to both novices and experienced practitioners. It has been praised for its breadth of literature, clinical applicability, and usefulness as a reference for professionals encountering victims of sexual assault. The book has been described as valuable, accessible, and a highly recommended read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780471626916

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 February 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Contributors:

  • Edited by Jenny Petrak
  • Edited by Barbara Hedge

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 227.0mm

Weight: 595g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Jenny Petrak is the editor of The Trauma of Sexual Assault: Treatment, Prevention and Practice, published by Wiley.

Barbara Hedge is the editor of The Trauma of Sexual Assault: Treatment, Prevention and Practice, published by Wiley.

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