Battle Cries on the Home Front: Violence in the Military Family - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0398070350 ISBN 13: 9780398070359

Publisher: Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd, 2000

Synopsis

This collection of social science research on domestic violence in the military is unique, as it is the first compilation of research on domestic violence as it affects the military population. The studies contained herein use contemporary qualitative and quantitative research and focus on the occurrence, prevalence, or risk factors for domestic violence found in four military branches Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy. It is divided into three sections, with Section One dealing with issues related to wife battering in the military. Section Two includes readings pertaining to child abuse in the military. Section Three addresses prevention and treatment issues regarding domestic violence in the military. The studies presented will enhance both professionals and students understanding of the issues and dynamics particular to domestic violence in military families and offer them the most current literature for future research in this area. It will be of interest to researchers, students, and professionals in the fields of social work, health, family counseling, criminal justice, sociology, human services, and psychology.

About this edition

• Publisher: Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0398070350
• ISBN 13: 9780398070359
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 220
• Editor: Mercier Peter J., Mercier Judith D.