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Perpetrators of Physical, Sexual, Emotional, and Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy Abuse
Characteristics of and research on perpetrators of physical, sexual, emotional, and Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy abuse.
Physical abuse
Attributions and Discipline History as Predictors of Child Abuse Potential and Future Discipline Practices
Rodriguez & Price
Child Abuse and Neglect, 28(8), 2004
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Explores young adults' experiences of discipline and abuse and their discipline plans for their future children.
Child Physical Abuse: Review of Offender Characteristics
Milner & Dopke (1997)
In Child Abuse: New Directions in Prevention and Treatment Across the Lifespan
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Reviews research findings about the characteristics of child physical abuse offenders, including biological factors, cognitive-affective factors, and behavioral factors, described in the context of current organizational theory.
Crimes Against Children by Babysitters
Finkelhor & Ormond (2001)
Profiles individual characteristics of victims and perpetrators, types of physical and sexual assaults committed, and the nature of injuries associated with each type. (PDF - 99 KB)
Maternal Physical Abuse
Motz (2001)
In Psychology of Female Violence: Crimes Against the Body
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Examines the psychological dynamics of female perpetrators, specifically those who are subconsciously reacting to their own childhood abuse and identify closely with their children as an extension of themselves.
Perpetrators of Early Physical and Sexual Abuse Among Homeless and Runaway Adolescents
Tyler & Cauce
Child Abuse and Neglect, 26, 2002
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Examines abuse-specific variables, identifies perpetrator characteristics, and discusses the need for early intervention programs.
Risk for Intimate Partner Violence and Child Physical Abuse: Psychosocial Characteristics of Multirisk Male and Female Navy Recruits
Merrill, Crouch, Thomsen, & Guimond
Child Maltreatment: Journal of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, 9(1), 2004
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Findings from a study that examined psychosocial characteristics of individuals at risk for perpetrating both intimate partner violence and child physical abuse.
The Shaken Baby Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Lazoritz & Palusci (2001)
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Provides a multidisciplinary perspective on the diagnosis, prosecution, and prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, including information about the characteristics of abusers.
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Sexual abuse
Adults, Adolescents, and Children Who Sexually Abuse Children: A Developmental Perspective
Chaffin, Letourneau, & Silovsky (2002, 2nd ed.)
In The APSAC Handbook on Child Maltreatment
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Describes the characteristics and differences among adult, adolescent, and child perpetrators and addresses the fact that existing interventions and public policies do not consider these differences.
Assessment of Sexual Offenders Against Children
Quinsey & Lalumiere (2001)
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Prepared by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children for mental health professionals, this resource reviews current knowledge about the characteristics of child sex offenders, risk factors for offending, and implications for assessment.
Because There Is a Way to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse: Facts About Abuse and Those Who Might Commit It
Tabachnick (2002)
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Information about child sexual abuse and characteristics of abusers.
Child Molesters: A Behavioral Analysis for Law-Enforcement Officers Investigating the Sexual Exploitation of Children by Acquaintance Molesters (PDF - 697 KB)
Lanning (2001)
Highlights the continuum of behaviors that are involved in this form of child abuse.
Crimes Against Children by Babysitters
Finkelhor & Ormond (2001)
Profiles individual characteristics of victims and perpetrators, types of physical and sexual assaults committed, and the nature of injuries associated with each type. (PDF - 99 KB)
Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Registry
U.S. Department of Justice
An Internet search allowing parents and concerned citizens to search existing public State and territory sex offender registries in all 50 States.
The Nature and Scope of the Problem of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Catholic Priests and Deacons in the United States 1950-2002
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (2004)
Discusses the findings of a study that investigated sexual abuse of minors by Catholic priests and deacons.
Offenders Incarcerated for Crimes Against Juveniles (PDF - 133 KB)
Finkelhor & Ormond (2001)
Presents the trend analysis of data from surveys of inmates in State prisons, indicating that offenders against juveniles differ significantly from offenders against adults.
Perpetrators of Early Physical and Sexual Abuse Among Homeless and Runaway Adolescents
Tyler & Cauce
Child Abuse and Neglect, 26,2002
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Examines abuse-specific variables, identifies perpetrator characteristics, and discusses the need for early intervention programs.
Psychological Profile of Pedophiles and Child Molesters
Murray
Journal of Psychology Interdisciplinary and Applied, 134(2), 2000
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Discusses individual and shared characteristics.
Sex Crimes, Predators, Perpetrators, Prostitutes, and Victims
Flowers (2001)
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the dynamics, characteristics, and effects of sexual criminality.
Sexual Abuse by Educators and School Staff (PDF - 3120 KB)
Virginia Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services Unit
Virginia Child Protection Newsletter, 76, 2006
Defines and gives examples of sexual abuse that can befall students at school from sexual harassment to molestation. Describes the available research on incidence, perpetrators, and the legal responses and actions available to protect students.
Treating Sex Offenders : A Guide to Clinical Practice with Adults, Clerics, Children, and Adolescents
Prendergast (2004, 2nd ed.)
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Describes the characteristics of adult, adolescent, and child sex offenders and reviews considerations for treatment that relate to the type of offense and the motivation of the perpetrator.
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Emotional abuse
Emotional Abuse
Hall (2003)
In Protecting Children From Abuse and Neglect in Primary Care
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Provides a definition of emotional abuse and considers the nature of disturbed relationships, including the characteristics of parent abusers.
Family Dynamics Associated With the Use of Psychologically Violent Parental Practices
Gagné & Bouchard
Journal of Family Violence, 19(2), 2004
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Presents study findings that suggest there are four types of families in which psychological violence is likely to occur.
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Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Beyond Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Identification and Treatment of Child Abuse in a Medical Setting
Stirling
Pediatrics, 119(5), 2007
Identifies factors that may help physicians recognize Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy and recommends when to report a case to the State child protective services agency.
Munchausen by Proxy: Identification, Intervention, and Case Management
Lasher & Sheridan (2004)
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Includes characteristics of perpetrators.
Munchausen by Proxy Syndrome
Parnell (2002, 2nd ed.)
In The APSAC Handbook on Child Maltreatment
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Discusses perpetrators' characteristics and motivation.
Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Abdulhamid & Siegel
EMedicine Journal, 2(5), 2001
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Presents an overview of the syndrome and criteria for diagnosing and treating it, including common characteristics of perpetrators.
Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Moffatt (2003)
In Wounded Innocents and Fallen Angels: Child Abuse and Child Aggression
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Provides the history, definition, and sample cases.
Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: The Ultimate Betrayal
Wilsey
APRI Update, 14(8), 2001
Discusses the mother's convincing concern, medical knowledge, and other characteristics that make it difficult to prosecute these cases.
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