The details of the history of child advocacy have been vividly described in an article by Takanishi (1978). In reviewing her work and that of others, four historical phases in child advocacy can be identified: 1. The first period was the evolution of the concept of childhood as a distinct and separate developmental stage. Aries (1962) has described how the concept of childhood as a period different from adulthood did not evolve philosophically until the sixteenth century. It was only after that time, through the influence of Rousseau and other philosophers, that childhood was seen, at first romantically, and later more realistically, as a special time for growth and learning, with unique styles and mechanisms. 2. It was not until the nineteenth century, however, with the rapid rise that a formal effort was made to of science and major socioeconomic changes identify and try to meet children's needs. A number of organizations specifi cally devoted to children arose and attempts to help children in ways consis tent with the developing knowledge became a major social issue. Initially, the interest was in children's health with infant mortality, child labor, and safety as paramount issues. Although socioeconomic factors initiated the change (children's labor was no longer economically necessary), a basic humanistic philosophy underlay this phase. Major dedication to alleviating the pain and injury done to children who were helpless to defend themselves and who were being deprived of opportunities for growth became the goal.

Child Advocacy: Psychological Issues and Interventions

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Melton, Gary B.

Psychology & Counseling

Plenum Press

Melton, Gary B., Weithorn, Lois A., Slobogin, Christopher

Community Mental Health Centers and the Courts: An Evaluation of Community-Based Forensic Services

Slobogin, Christopher

Weithorn, Lois A.

Univ of Nebraska Pr

A generation ago, the Joint Commission on the Mental Health of Children concluded that “there is not a single community in this country which provides an acceptable standard of services for its mentally ill children.” Since then, many states have acknowledged the need to develop a system of care for such children, yet few adequate solutions have been implemented. Parents and other decision makers often face two unsatisfactory choices: coping as well as they can by themselves or turning the child over to someone else. This book surveys issues related to the care and civil commitment of children with emotional disturbance. The authors examine research on the residential treatment system for children and youths, then analyze the prevailing legal framework for the commitment of minors to such treatment. They systematically address the question of what child mental health policy should be and conclude by proposing a policy that emphasizes privacy, autonomy, and family integrity. No Place to Go is both a major scholarly statement on the treatment of children with emotional disturbance and a rallying cry for principled change.

No Place to Go: The Civil Commitment of Minors (Children and the Law)

Lyons Jr., Phillip Mitchell

Spaulding, Willis J.

University Of Nebraska Press

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse (Child, Youth, and Family Services)

The past decade has seen a dramatic increase in the attention paid to the problem of child sexual abuse. Professionals from the social work, mental health, medical, academic, and legal fields are all involved in researching the prevalence, causes, and consequences of abuse. Child sexual abuse in multidimensional: it is determined by forces at work in victims and offenders, in the family, and in the community and society at large.
Thoroughly researched, Preventing Child Sexual Abuse surveys incidence and prevalence studies; lists risk and protective factors in abuse; discusses various indicators of abuse; and reports on legislation related to abuse. It reviews preventive programs aimed at children and adults, and provides suggestions for an expanded involvement of parents, professionals, policymakers, researchers, and the general public. In doing so, it provides the information needed to create prevention programs that attack the problem on several fronts at once.

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: Sharing the Responsibility (Child, Youth, and Family Services)

Miller-Perrin, Cindy L.

Wurtele, Sandy K.

The response to children with AIDS is often misguided and irrational. Consequently, infected infants and children suffer not only the effects of the disease but ostracism, fear and stretched medical resources as well. Responding to the need for information on pediatric and adolescent AIDS, this volume provides a concise, integrated and up-to-date review of social science research, clinical work and theory.  After exploring the medical and epidemiological aspects of the disease, the authors discuss AIDS knowledge and attitudes, sexual behaviour and intravenous drug use among adolescents. Treatment and prevention approaches are also examined, as are complex ethical and legal issues surrounding clinical and research aspects of

Pediatric and Adolescent AIDS: Research Findings from the Social Sciences

Rodrigue, James R.

Henggeler, Scott

Sage Publications, Inc.

Considered the definitive resource and text on forensic psychiatry and psychology since the publication of the first edition, Psychological Evaluations for the Courts, Second Edition , continues to be the most comprehensive discussion of legal, research, and clinical issues for both mental health and legal professionals. Fully revised and updated, the volume covers a broad range of topics in forensic mental health, including insanity, child abuse, sentencing, personal injury claims, and civil commitment. Less traditional subjects such as federal antidiscrimination and entitlement laws, competency to testify, workers' compensation, and a new section on the clinical evaluation of witness credibility have also been added. Throughout, the authors summarize and analyze legal issues, offer suggestions for evaluation procedures, and review appropriate research on both clinical opinions and the legal process.\nNew to the Second Edition\nCompletely updated to reflect current research and practice, the volume contains four entirely new chapters and has been revised throughout to include analyses of new case law and clinical techniques; important research on competency and dangerousness from the MacArthur Foundation Research Network on Mental Health and Law; and new ethical rules developed by the American Psychological Assocation and the American Psychiatric Association. Also new to this edition are exercises and case studies for students in each chapter (see below).

Psychological Evaluations for the Courts: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals & Lawyers (The Guilford Law & Behavior Series)

Petrila, John

Poythress, Norman G.

Mental Health

The Guilford Press

When does social science research reach the legal system? What determines whether and how it is used when it gets there? To answer these questions, REFORMING THE LAW assesses the impact of research on children's competence in decision making and also looks more generally at the effectiveness of social scientists in reaching legal decision makers. The authors give practical guidance to social scientists who wish to influence the legal system. They also provide new insights into the sociology of the law and the social sciences. Drawn from both academia and policy centers, the authors apply their backgrounds in law, psychology, and policy analysis for a rich interdisciplinary discussion of the process of legal policy making. A product of a study group sponsored by the Society for Research in Child Development, REFORMING THE LAW has special significance for child development researchers, legal policy makers, and practitioners. Readers interested in the development of child legal policy, social scientists who seek to inform the law, and anyone wishing to understand the interaction between law and social science will also find this volume an invaluable resource.

Reforming the Law: Impact of Child Development Research

Tens of thousands of readers have relied on this leading text and practitioner reference--now revised and updated--to understand the issues the legal system most commonly asks mental health professionals to address. The volume demystifies the forensic psychological assessment process and provides guidelines for participating effectively and ethically in legal proceedings. Presented are clinical and legal concepts and evidence-based assessment procedures pertaining to criminal and civil competencies, the insanity defense and related doctrines, sentencing, civil commitment, personal injury claims, antidiscrimination laws, child custody, juvenile justice, and other justice-related areas. Case examples, exercises, and a glossary facilitate learning; 19 sample reports illustrate how to conduct and write up thorough, legally admissible evaluations. New to This Edition *Extensively revised to reflect important legal, empirical, and clinical developments. *Increased attention to medical and neuroscientific research. *New protocols relevant to competence, risk assessment, child custody, and mental injury evaluations. *Updates on insanity, sentencing, civil commitment, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Social Security, juvenile and family law, and the admissibility of expert testimony. *Material on immigration law (including a sample report) and international law. *New and revised sample reports.

Psychological Evaluations for the Courts: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals and Lawyers

Otto, Randy K.

Mossman, Douglas

Condie, Lois O.

Considered the definitive resource and text on forensic psychiatry and psychology since the publication of the first edition, Psychological Evaluations for the Courts, Second Edition, continues to be the most comprehensive discussion of legal, research, and clinical issues for both mental health and legal professionals. Fully revised and updated, the volume covers a broad range of topics in forensic mental health, including insanity, child abuse, sentencing, personal injury claims, and civil commitment. Less traditional subjects such as federal antidiscrimination and entitlement laws, competency to testify, workers' compensation, and a new section on the clinical evaluation of witness credibility have also been added. Throughout, the authors summarize and analyze legal issues, offer suggestions for evaluation procedures, and review appropriate research on both clinical opinions and the legal process. New to the Second Edition Completely updated to reflect current research and practice, the volume contains four entirely new chapters and has been revised throughout to include analyses of new case law and clinical techniques; important research on competency and dangerousness from the MacArthur Foundation Research Network on Mental Health and Law; and new ethical rules developed by the American Psychological Assocation and the American Psychiatric Association. Also new to this edition are exercises and case studies for students in each chapter (see below).

Psychological Evaluations for the Courts: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals and Lawyers, Second Edition

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Child Advocacy: Psychological Issues and Interventions

Community Mental Health Centers and the Courts: An Evaluation of Community-Based Forensic Services

No Place to Go: The Civil Commitment of Minors (Children and the Law)

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: Sharing the Responsibility (Child, Youth, and Family Services)

Pediatric and Adolescent AIDS: Research Findings from the Social Sciences

Pediatric and Adolescent AIDS: Research Findings from the Social Sciences

Psychological Evaluations for the Courts: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals & Lawyers (The Guilford Law & Behavior Series)

Reforming the Law: Impact of Child Development Research

Psychological Evaluations for the Courts: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals and Lawyers

Psychological Evaluations for the Courts: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals and Lawyers, Second Edition