Family Violence Across the Lifespan
An Introduction
- Ola W. Barnett - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA, Pepperdine University, USA
- Cindy L. Miller-Perrin - Pepperdine University, USA
- Robin D. Perrin - Pepperdine University, USA
The most comprehensive research-based text on family violence – now more accessible and visually inviting than ever before
Streamlined and updated throughout with state-of-the-art information, this Third Edition of the authors' bestselling book gives readers an accessible introduction to the methodology, etiology, prevalence, treatment, and prevention of family violence. Research from experts in the fields of psychology, sociology, criminology, and social welfare informs the book's broad coverage of current viewpoints and debates within the field. Organized chronologically, chapters cover child physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; abused and abusive adolescents; courtship violence and date rape; spouse abuse, battered women, and batterers; and elder abuse.
Supplements
The instructor teaching site includes the following materials:
Test Bank (Word): This Word test bank offers a diverse set of test questions and answers for each chapter of the book. Multiple choice, true/false, short answer and essay questions for every chapter will aid instructors in assessing students’ progress and understanding.
PowerPoint Slides: Chapter-specific slide presentations offer assistance with lecture and review preparation by highlighting essential content, features, and artwork from the book.
Web Resources: These links to relevant websites direct both instructors and students to additional resources for further research on important chapter topics.
Discussion Questions: Chapter- specific questions help launch discussion by prompting students to engage with the material, and by reinforcing important content.
Audio and Video Clips: Each chapter includes links to audio and video clips, which cover important topics and are designed to supplement key points within the text.
Student Activities: These lively and stimulating ideas for use both in and out of class reinforce active learning. The activities apply to either individual or group projects.
Suggested Video Resources
Chapter Outlines
Web Quizzes: Flexible self-quizzes allow students to independently assess their progress in learning course material.
E-Flashcards: This study tool reinforces student understanding of key terms and concepts that have been outlined in the chapters.
Web Resources: These links to relevant websites direct both instructors and students to additional resources for further research on important chapter topics.
Student Activities: These links direct both instructors and students to useful and current web resources, along with creative activities to extend and reinforce learning.
SAGE Journal Articles: A “Learning from SAGE Journal Articles” feature provides access to recent, relevant full-text articles from SAGE’s leading research journals. Each article supports and expands on the concepts presented in the chapter. Also provided are discussion questions to focus and guide student interpretation.
Discussion Questions: Chapter- specific questions help launch discussion by prompting students to engage with the material, and by reinforcing important content.
Case Studies
Audio and Video Links
I used the previous edition and I like the fact that the text includes all forms of family violence. It is very comprehensive.
I teach an interdisciplinary course on family violence across the lifespan.This textbook meets my heeds and those of my students. The book is well written and comprehensive. It has many wonderful features icluding section summaries, multiple case histories and thought provoking discussion questions. Important points are highlighted in well designed tables and text boxes. Research findings and other forms of evidence are integrated throughout.
I liked the topics covered, the depth, and the inclusion of disabled & ethnic groups. I also thought the price was good!
Covers family violence from birth through old age. That is what was needed for this course.
Excellent overview of family violence.
This book has the information that I am looking for and is organized well.
I have used the 2nd edition in the past, practically each semester I have taught the CrJ 108 (formerly 151): Domestic Crime and Violence. The book has extensive information on all forms of family violence. The text contains a comprehensive overview of the numerous topics within the scope of 'family violence.' The depth and breadth are impressive. Conversely, I have been disappointed that no FV texts contain anything about animal abuse. However, I do supplement that with my own readings, etc. The student and instructor websites are wonderful; I am very appreciative of the resources, including the journal articles. I am going to have my students using the site quite a bit during this summer course!
Updated material for course
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 1 - History and Definitions of Family Violence
Chapter 4 - Child Physical Abuse
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