Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span, 2E Bundle

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These three volumes are highly valuable for anyone in a field that treats victims of sexual assault or violence. They are comprehensive with up-to-date literature references. Contributors are from varied fields and provide a good range of perspectives.

The second edition of Sexual Assault Victimization: Across the Life Span is a comprehensive, evidence-based collection of resource material for the sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) written by experts in the field of forensic medicine and nursing. Chapters address the holistic health needs of the sexual assault patient. Chapters of particular interest for the SANE include those addressing the medical forensic exam and evidence collection. Several chapters address the sensitive needs of special populations such as children, the elderly, victims of gender-based violence, and male patients. The chapters are well written, with attention to detail and current research. There are a plethora of case studies and photographs to illustrate the key points in chapters. Each chapter ends with discussion questions, challenging readers to thoughtfully consider adoption into their practice. These books are a must-have for SANEs and SANE programs.

Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span, Second Edition is an expansive, thorough 3-volume resource for medical professionals and multidisciplinary partners working on behalf of sexual assault victims. Unique to this collection is the focus on evidence-based investigation, diagnosis, evaluation, and the needs of special populations. One author highlights the complex need for understanding the cultural background and semantic/linguistic nuances essential to a compassionate approach to sexual assault victims. Others emphasize the critical importance of a thoughtful, trauma-informed approach to the victim, underscored by a core principle—“Start by believing.”—which may be the key to safe disclosure, participation in a medical forensic evaluation, and cooperation with investigation and prosecution, all of which enhances the likelihood of justice for victims. Each chapter includes current foundational information, clearly delineated lists of symptoms or suggestions, and discussion questions. This should be a go-to reference for sexual assault response team partners in health care, criminal justice, and victim advocacy.

Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span, Second Edition is a comprehensive text that will be a valuable resource for all health care providers involved in the evaluation and management of sexual assault victims. The full, 3-volume set consists of 39 chapters, each dealing with a different aspect of sexual assault, including assault of boys and male adolescents, persons with disabilities, and assault among LGBTQ populations. Chapters are comprehensive and detailed. Of particular value are the sections referred to as “Tips from the Bench,” that include comments beyond the medical assessment that may have relevance to child protective services, law enforcement, and mental health providers. In addition, each chapter starts off with a section designated “Purpose of the Chapter” that sets the agenda for the chapter, followed by the chapter’s learning objectives. This book will serve as an invaluable guide to those who care for sexual assault victims.

Chapter 1, “Overview of Sexual Assault, Abuse, and Exploitation” is the perfect synopsis of the history of sexual assault and abuse across the life span. Regardless of their background, multidisciplinary team members can glean critical knowledge from the text, which explains the history of sexual assault and child protection laws in the United States and across the world. The chapter “Sexually Transmitted Infections in Sexually Abused Children” concisely covers the epidemiology of the major STIs in children, testing methods, implications of the results, and treatment options. Diagnosing sexual abuse is intrinsically challenging but this chapter provides an exceptional overview for clinicians, while citing outstanding references. “Screening for and Treatment of Sexual Abuse Histories in Boys and Male Adolescents” provides tools to appropriately care for these children. The authors discuss evidence-based research regarding trends in child sexual abuse and highlight slight but important differences between young male and female victims.

The new Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span, Second Edition is a must-have resource for those who care for or respond to victims of sexual assault and abuse. There are several essential texts that I recommend programs consider keeping close at hand for reference, and this book is one of them. SANE programs and multidisciplinary collaborative team members should consider this for their professional bookshelves and libraries. It provides crucial information on the range of issues that may have potential impact on sexual assault victims of all ages. Included in this new edition are critical issues sexual assault examiners and the entire response team can tackle together as they work to provide competent, ethical, patient-focused care. These issues can impact the long-term health and well-being of their patients and ultimately the safety of their communities.

Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span is an intricate and comprehensive compendium of information on all aspects of sexual assault. The breadth and depth of information is exceptional—from detailing the responsibilities of prosecutors and sexual abuse examiners, to a discussion of workplace sexual assault, and issues of dealing with sexual abuse in children with disabilities. This 3-volume compilation should be a mandatory resource in any organization engaged in any facet of sexual assault response or for anyone who wants a resource that deals with any or all of the multiple aspects of sexual abuse. The logical, functional structure of the volumes dividing the subject into investigation, evaluation of children and adults, and lastly, a volume on special settings and survivor populations greatly enhances the ease of using this material.

Forensic nurses must command knowledge of many variables, including a wide array of patient traits, types of physical and emotional trauma, and appropriate treatment options. Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span provides a rare combination of intricate procedural detail while maintaining an easy-to-follow tone that is instantly valuable to seasoned practitioners as well as professionals just gaining familiarity with the complexities inherent to sexual assault exams. Topics ranging from exam procedures to tips on preparing for testimony in court are readily accessible through the quick reference format. The text goes beyond theoretical ideas and definitions, providing step-by-step instructions for techniques to identify causality factors and detailed procedures for delivering appropriate treatment. This is a “one-stop shop” for current best practices that any professional associated with the sexual assault response community can instantly put into practical use.

The new second edition of Sexual Assault Victimization Across the Life Span is an important contribution to the field of sexual assault and violence. It is probably the leading textbook in the field, and it is a must-have for all medical professionals who care for victims of sexual violence. The beauty of the book is that it truly covers victims across the life span and provides guidance and tools to address the needs of all survivors. The text is logically organized into 3 volumes: Investigation, Diagnosis, and the Multidisciplinary Team, Evaluation of Children and Adults, and Special Settings and Survivor Populations. Each chapter contains key points highlighting important concepts and principles for the benefit of the reader.