| Description |
1 online resource. |
| Series |
Interpersonal violence series |
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Interpersonal violence.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| 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. |
| Note |
Description based on print version record. |
| Local Note |
STJONEW |
| Subject |
Abused women -- United States.
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Abused women -- Services for -- United States.
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Family violence -- United States.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Hamby, Sherry L. Battered women's protective strategies 9780199873654 (DLC) 2013012788 (OCoLC)841198151 |
| ISBN |
9780199873661 electronic bk. |
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0199873666 electronic bk. |
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