Child Maltreatment: A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Second Edition (2 Vol. Set) - Hardcover

Monteleone MD, James A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1878060260 ISBN 13: 9781878060266

Publisher: G.W. Medical Publishing, 2002

Synopsis

Child Maltreatment A Clinical Guide and Photographic Reference, Second Edition, is the essential deskside reference for anyone who is involved in the identifying, interpreting, and reporting of child abuse caseslaw enforcement, medical professionals, social workers, attorneys, and others. This two-volume set is the most comprehensive available on child maltreatment and abuse. Authored by a nationally recognized expert with contributions from more than 40 seasoned professionals in the various areas of child abuse, all chapters in Child Maltreatment, Second Edition have been updated with the latest research, statistics, and terminology available. Detailed case studies provide you with an informed, clinical understanding of child abuse. More than 1000 full-color images illustrate types of abuse cases routinely encountered. This reference provides every tool you will need to effectively identify and report child abuse.

• oral injuries
• developmental influences
• arttherapy
• psychopathology and the role of the child psychiatrist
• child fatality review teams, failure to thrive, and forensic findings
• more than 225 new photographs and 250 new pages have also been added

About this title

About the Author

James A. Monteleone, M.D. is board certified in pediatrics, with a subboard in pediatric endocrinology. Dr. Monteleone received his medical degree from the St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1962, where he now serves as an attending physician and Professor of Pediatrics. Dr. Monteleone is also a noted lecturer and author on the topic of child maltreatment. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Dr. Monteleone serves as the chair or advisor to several area groups devoted to the protection of children, including the Child Abuse Management Committee, Children's Advocacy Center and the St. Louis Child Death Review Board.

Edition details

• Publisher: G.W. Medical Publishing
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1878060260
• ISBN 13: 9781878060266
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 1052