The Least Detrimental Alternative

The Least Detrimental Alternative
Author: Paul D. Steinhauer
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Total Pages: 454
Release: 1991-01-01
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780802068361

In this book Steinhauer brings together the fragmented research that has been done in a number of different disciplines. From this body of work he develops a model of intervention based on an understanding of attachment theory, development theory, and the practice of mental health consultation.

The Best Interests of the Child

The Best Interests of the Child
Author: Joseph Goldstein
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 346
Release: 1996
Genre: Children
ISBN: 0684823373

"The least detrimental alternative", the authors' seminal principle for safeguarding a child's growth and development by minimizing intrusions of the law, has been cited in more than 1,000 child custody cases since 1973.

Beyond the Best Interests of the Child

Beyond the Best Interests of the Child
Author: Joseph Goldstein
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 224
Release: 1984-12
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0029123607

Three distinguished authorities in law, psychiatry, and child development critically evaluate current child placement laws.

Interdisciplinary Glossary on Child Abuse and Neglect

Interdisciplinary Glossary on Child Abuse and Neglect
Author: National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect (U.S.)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 124
Release: 1978
Genre: Abused children
ISBN:

Approximately 450 entries to terms unique to field of child abuse and neglect and to such terms that also have wider applications. Terms selected on basis of frequency of use in practice and in professional literature. Entry gives terms, acronym, explanatory definitions, and cross reference. Contains list of acronyms.

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Introduction to Forensic Psychology
Author: Bruce A. Arrigo
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 600
Release: 2005
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0120643510

"Suitable for course adoption in a variety of undergraduate and graduate curricula, instructors will find this book most useful as primary source reading in classes exploring psychology and the legal system, criminal behavior, psychology, public policy, and the law: the criminal offender, topics in criminal justice and psychology, and introduction to forensic psychology. Complete in its coverage and concise in its analysis, this book is a must read for anyone wishing to learn about the fascinating and complex world of law, psychology, and crime."--BOOK JACKET.