Working with children and yong people who sexually abuse - Taking the field forward
Thinking, research and practice in this important area of work all continue to change rapidly. The pressures and expectations on workers and agencies increase. The consequences for everyone who needs to keep up-to-date with how we understand and work with these young people, this book:
- reports on emerging areas of practice
- offers contributions from professional disciplines who have recently become involved in this work
- provides a single source for reference and practice on what is new and important
- has been brought together by an editor whose three earlier books have been highly acclaimed
This new volume builds on what was reported there. It addresses:
- research and theory
- assessment and intervention
- treatment
- engagement
- management and outcomes
It draws on an even wider range of professional disciplines, continues to offer a range of perspectives and - crucially - extends the availability of options for workers.
Martin C Calder established Calder training and Consultancy in 2005 after 20 years in frontline child protection practice. His aim has been to generate and collate the available and necessary assessment tools for frontline staff, especially in times of massive change. He also critiques central government guidance and attempts to provide remedial materials to help fill the gap left between aspiration and reality. He is contactable through this website at: www.caldertrainingandconsultancy.co.uk