Battered women's protective strategies : stronger than you know / Sherry Hamby.

Author/creator Hamby, Sherry L. author.
Format Book
PublicationNew York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2014]
Descriptionx, 224 pages ; 25 cm.
Subjects

SeriesInterpersonal violence series
Interpersonal violence. ^A327354
Contents Introduction : a re-framing of stereotypes of battered women -- A holistic approach to the complex problem of battering -- Protective strategies in the context of battered women's true risk burden : the multitude of risks batterers can create -- Understanding the full context of violence : financial and institutional issues that constrain coping -- Social issues, practical concerns, and personal values that influence coping strategies -- Immediate situational strategies -- Protecting children, family, friends, co-workers and pets -- Reaching out for social support and navigating the challenges of information management -- Turning to spiritual and religious resources -- Using formal services -- Invisible strategies -- Bringing a more holistic approach to services and tools for intervention -- Conclusion: recognizing protective strategies can create progress.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2013012788
ISBN9780199873654 (alk. paper)
ISBN0199873658 (alk. paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks HV6626.2 .H358 2014 ✔ Available Place Hold