| The Juvenile Sex Offender, Second Edition Contributor(s): Barbaree, Howard E. (Editor), Marshall, William L. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1593859783 ISBN-13: 9781593859787 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $46.55 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2008 Annotation: From leading scientists and practitioners, this authoritative work examines what is known about the nature and development of juvenile sexual offending, the consequences for both victims and perpetrators, and approaches to assessment, intervention, and relapse prevention. Pathways of normal sexual development are described, and the biological, social, and psychological processes that lead to sexual conduct problems are investigated. The book explores how juvenile offenders are dealt with in the mental health and criminal justice systems, reviews available psychological and pharmacological treatment approaches, and provides research-based recommendations for improving existing practices. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Developmental - Adolescent - True Crime - Psychology | Forensic Psychology |
| Dewey: 364.153 |
| Physical Information: 1.01" H x 6.08" W x 8.94" (1.23 lbs) 396 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From leading scientists and practitioners, this authoritative work examines what is known about the nature and development of juvenile sexual offending, the consequences for both victims and perpetrators, and approaches to assessment, intervention, and relapse prevention. Pathways of normal sexual development are described, and the biological, social, and psychological processes that lead to sexual conduct problems are investigated. The book explores how juvenile offenders are dealt with in the mental health and criminal justice systems, reviews available psychological and pharmacological treatment approaches, and provides research-based recommendations for improving existing practices. |