The first textbook to take a comprehensive look at the history, theory and treatment of child and adolescent sexual abuse, this book covers all aspects of child and adolescent sexual abuse from the history, theory and treatment to special issues such as pornography and the Internet. There are also dedicated chapters on assessment, intervention, treatment and prevention.

Culturally Alert Counseling: A Comprehensive Introduction is a reader-friendly introduction to the cultural dimensions of counseling and psychotherapy. Editor Garrett McAuliffe, along with international experts in their fields, provides an accessible presentation of culturally alert counseling techniques that broadens the discussion of culture from ethnicity and race to include social class, religion, gender, and sexual orientation. Culture is defined broadly in the text, which features a min...

Clearly and lucidly written, this book offers broad coverage of theoretical debates, using case studies from the author's own extensive research to bring the various theories alive. With a sociological approach throughout, it provides up-to-date coverage of key topics including gender and violence, collective violence and media and violence.

This core and interdisciplinary text aims to provide a broad understanding of the problem of modern trafficking. It will provide an explication of the history of slavery critical to understanding the relationships between past and present forms of trafficking; it also provides contemporary perspectives and theoretical frameworks for the study of modern human trafficking.

"Arguably, the complete package. A very good overview of topics and additional learning opportunities together with research articles all in one place. This book is a ‘one-stop shop.’" —Stuart Agnew, University of Suffolk Criminological Theory: A Text/Reader, Third Edition helps students understand criminological theory, with each authored section of the text enhanced by empirical research articles that put theory into context. Key criminological theories are introduced and followed by...

Accessible and hands on guidebook for social work students on how to navigate through their placement. Packed with case studies and activities. Â

A sophisticated, original book by a rising star. Steve Hall provides a comprehensive critique of existing theories, contextualises the philosophies and policy which have informed criminological theory and sets out a new theoretical perfective for criminology and sociology.

High quality, compelling criminology text on terrrorism - much needed in the market.

An introductory student guide to working with diversity in social work