Author : Mary P. Koss
Release : 1994-01
Genre : Social Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 445/5 ( reviews)
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Book Synopsis No Safe Haven by : Mary P. Koss
Download or read book No Safe Haven written by Mary P. Koss. This book was released on 1994-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "No Safe Haven" provides a comprehensive look at the pervasive nature of violence against women. It reviews current psychological research on the prevalence, causes, and effects of forms of violence against adult women and describes existing and recommended interventions, legal changes, and policy initiatives to address the problem. [The book] focuses on 3 common types of abuse against adult women: physical assault by male partners, sexual harassment in work and educational settings, and rape and other forms of sexual violence. The final section of the book highlights the common themes that emerge from these 3 types of violence and presents recommendations for effective intervention, treatment, and public policy initiatives.