Teen Dating Violence: The Invisible Peril (Adolescent Cultures, School, and Society) - Softcover

Sanders, Susan M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0820457620 ISBN 13: 9780820457628

Publisher: Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publishers, 2004

Synopsis

Invisible―because it does not command the attention of the media as do school shootings, gang warfare, or date rape―the violence that teenage women experience while dating includes emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Using survey and interview data from approximately five hundred female high school juniors, this book measures the incidence of dating violence among teenage females. The research shows that many have been or are currently involved in abusive relationships with their boyfriends, and many adolescent women are confused about what constitutes normal and healthy dating behaviors. Unlike other books, Teen Dating Violence examines the needs of minors and also provides checklists of abuser characteristics.

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About the Author

Susan M. Sanders is Director of the Center for Religion and Public Discourse and Associate Professor of History and Political Science at Saint Xavier University in Chicago. She received her M.P.P. and Ph.D. in public policy from the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Chicago, respectively. Dr. Sanders has taught policy analysis, ethics, and statistics at the University of California, Berkeley, the University of Chicago, and DePaul University in Chicago, where she was Associate Professor of Public Services for eleven years before coming to Saint Xavier University in 2001. A member of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas (Chicago Region), a Catholic congregation of religious women, Dr. Sanders lectures widely on teen dating violence and the economic and organizational aspects of nonprofit organizations.

Review

“As the mother of four teenage daughters, ages 11, 14, 16, and 17, I think this book is required reading for both parents and teens.”
Donna Gasior, Burbank, IL

"«Teen Dating Violence» provides valuable resources for those working with young people. Through the use of personal stories and current research data, the author raises our consciousness regarding the causes and consequences of dating violence. The book captures the effects dating violence has on those involved and on our society."
Teresa LeCompte, teacher, Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School, Chicago

"Dr. Sanders’ work on date rape and date violence makes visible another, frequently hidden, form of violence. Dating violence affects the lives of an estimated one-third to two-thirds of our children, adolescents, and young adults. Yet, little research has been conducted on this subject, limiting knowledge and understanding of the nature and scope of the issues and care needed by the victims and their families. Through the use of stories of real life situations, Dr. Sanders gives voice to these victims and their family members. She also highlights the need for competent, compassionate care and for social and legal policy reform."
Mary Lebold, Dean of School of Nursing, Saint Xavier University, Chicago

"Clear and insightful, this is a solidly researched book with startling implications for teens and those involved with guiding them through this often treacherous life passage. As a seasoned clinician, I had a wake up call after reading this book! If you think there are no differences between violence against women and teenage girls, and the way in which these differences are handled in our social, educational, and criminal justice systems, you need to read this book!"
Judith Kelly, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Oak Lawn, IL

About this edition

• Publisher: Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publishers
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0820457620
• ISBN 13: 9780820457628
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 177