Client Violence in Social Work Practice: Prevention, Intervention, and Research

Newhill, Christina E.

ISBN 10: 1593850387 / ISBN 13: 9781593850388

Published by The Guilford Press, 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Client Violence in Social Work Practice: Prevention, Intervention, and Research
• Publisher: The Guilford Press
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1593850387
• ISBN 13: 9781593850388
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 14 ounces

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Synopsis

Presenting practical strategies for violence assessment and prevention that are grounded in solid empirical research, this book helps practitioners and agencies provide state-of-the-art treatment to aggressive clients while reducing violence risks. Effective methods are described together with specific recommendations for approaching, engaging, and intervening with violent clients in both office and field settings. Skills development exercises and guidelines for developing and implementing an agency safety plan enhance the book's utility as a training tool and professional resource.

About the Author

Christina E. Newhill, PhD, LCSW, is Associate Professor of Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh, where she teaches in the direct practice mental health specialization. With over 10 years of community mental health practice experience, Dr. Newhill is Principal Investigator on several research studies focusing on violent behavior and risk assessment. She has conducted training workshops on violence in the workplace at the local, state, and national levels for many years.