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Abused Men: The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence / Edition 2
- ISBN-10:
- 0313356718
- ISBN-13:
- 9780313356711
- Pub. Date:
- 02/24/2009
- Publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic
- ISBN-10:
- 0313356718
- ISBN-13:
- 9780313356711
- Pub. Date:
- 02/24/2009
- Publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic
Abused Men: The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence / Edition 2
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Overview
The first edition of Philip W. Cook's book, Abused Men: The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence (Praeger, 1997), drew attention and praise nationwide from individuals and from media, ranging from CNN and Fox network's The O'Reilly Factor to scholarly publications such as The Jourbanal of Marriage and Family. On the 10th anniversary of that groundbreaking book, Cook began revising and expanding his work. The result is this second edition—a disturbing look at a trend that continues to increase.
The new edition of Abused Men: The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence offers up-to-date data on the prevalence of intimate partner violence against men, incorporating personal interviews and cases drawn from the media. It also includes updates on law, legislation, court activity, social responses, police activity, support groups, batterer programs, and crisis intervention programs. The final chapter contains a detailed and specific description of needed reforms in the current approach to intimate partner violence, whether the victims are male or female.
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780313356711 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Publication date: | 02/24/2009 |
| Edition description: | New Edition |
| Pages: | 232 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.90(d) |
About the Author
Table of Contents
FIGURESACKNOWLEDGMENTS
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1. Is It Real? : The Evidence for a Significant Social Problem
Chapter 2. Telling Their Stories: Men Speak Out
Chapter 3. The Domestic Violence Trap: How to Get Help and Find Freedom from Abuse
Chapter 4. Resistance and Acceptance: The Challenge to Understanding
Chapter 5. Exploring New Approaches to Reducing Domestic Violence
NOTES
SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDIX
What People are Saying About This
Rob Solomon
"Mr. Cook argues persuasively that we may be looking at only half the problem, and we're neglecting the needs of male victims. It also seems clear that much of Mr. Cook's work applies equally to abused people of either gender, and he offers practical suggestions for the abused. His solutions would impact all cases of domestic violence and are well worth our consideration."
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Rob Solomon, Licensed Professional Counselor Author, Full-Esteem Ahead
Erin Pizzey
"I am grateful to Philip Cook for writing ^IAbused Men^R. This is a brave book…. [The author] brings to bear in this book his knowledge as a journalist and his evident care and compassion for all victims of domestic violence."
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Erin Pizzey,Founder of Chiswick Women's Refuge,Author, Scream Quietly or the Neighbors Will Hear
"Very thought-provoking and well researched. [This book] should aid in educating medical professionals regarding this potential diagnosis as well as help shape our legal approach."
Stanley G. Sturges
"I find Abused Men most appealing because of the rigorous research upon which the findings are based. There is nothing that is not fully substantiated by data…I appreciate the balance achieved in addressing a topic, usually ignored, in an era of accusations and hysteria that often detracts from the actual aggression and violence that affects domestic relations. This book is a real contribution that will help in the education of all professionals in the field of sociology and mental health."
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Stanley G. Sturges, M.D. Medical Director, CareMark Behavioral Health Services
"Perhaps with this book, Philip Cook can accomplish what academics have for the past 25 years failed to do—to cut through the political rhetoric and finally present the case of abused men as a real social problem. Cook goes beyond the issue of battered males as he sheds incredible insight into the systemic problem of family violence. Perhaps now, couples experiencing violence in their relationships can be helped. His case material sadly brings to life the statistics researchers generate."
"Unique. The case materials presented are gripping, and need to be part of the historical and social record. It is a book likely to be helpful to many men, and if action is taken onthe agenda outlined in the final chapter, to our country as a whole."
Kenneth H. Coleman
"Very thought-provoking and well researched. [This book] should aid in educating medical professionals regarding this potential diagnosis as well as help shape our legal approach."
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Kenneth H. Coleman, M.D. J.D. Attorney at Law
"I am grateful to Philip Cook for writing Abused Men. This is a brave book.... [The author] brings to bear in this book his knowledge as a journalist and his evident care and compassion for all victims of domestic violence."
"I find Abused Men most appealing because of the rigorous research upon which the findings are based. There is nothing that is not fully substantiated by data…I appreciate the balance achieved in addressing a topic, usually ignored, in an era of accusations and hysteria that often detracts from the actual aggression and violence that affects domestic relations. This book is a real contribution that will help in the education of all professionals in the field of sociology and mental health."
"This just might be the volume to get the message across finally that domestic violence is a human problem, not just a gender problem."
"[This book] reads like 1,000 Dear Abby letters…fascinating…but it explains the many aspects of domestic violence. It has a wealth of material that could be helpful to professionals who deal with domestic violence."
Murray A. Straus
"Unique. The case materials presented are gripping, and need to be part of the historical and social record. It is a book likely to be helpful to many men, and if action is taken onthe agenda outlined in the final chapter, to our country as a whole."
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Murray A. Straus, Ph.D. Co-Director Family Research Laboratory, University of New Hampshire
Ronald R. Still
"Thought provoking research which will stimulate further inquiry into human behavior long neglected."
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Ronald R. Still, M.S. Chief of Police (Retired), Portland, Oregon
R.L. McNeely
"This just might be the volume to get the message across finally that domestic violence is a human problem, not just a gender problem."
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R.L. McNeely, Ph.D., J.D. Attorney, Professor of Social Welfare, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
"Mr. Cook argues persuasively that we may be looking at only half the problem, and we're neglecting the needs of male victims. It also seems clear that much of Mr. Cook's work applies equally to abused people of either gender, and he offers practical suggestions for the abused. His solutions would impact all cases of domestic violence and are well worth our consideration."
"Thought provoking research which will stimulate further inquiry into human behavior long neglected."
Dear Abby Abigail Van Buren
"[This book] reads like 1,000 Dear Abby letters…fascinating…but it explains the many aspects of domestic violence. It has a wealth of material that could be helpful to professionals who deal with domestic violence."
Reena Sommer
"Perhaps with this book, Philip Cook can accomplish what academics have for the past 25 years failed to do--to cut through the political rhetoric and finally present the case of abused men as a real social problem. Cook goes beyond the issue of battered males as he sheds incredible insight into the systemic problem of family violence. Perhaps now, couples experiencing violence in their relationships can be helped. His case material sadly brings to life the statistics researchers generate."
—
Reena Sommer, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, University of Manitoba, Family Counselor