 | Alternatives to Domestic Violence: A Homework Manual for Battering Intervention Groups Subjects: Behavioral Sciences; Health and Social Care; Social Sciences; Mental Health; Social Work and Social Policy; Criminology and Criminal Justice; Clinical Social Work; Violence and Abuse; Education; Marriage Family & Sex Therapy; Counseling; Psychological Disorders - Adult; Alternatives to Domestic Violence, 4th Edition is an interactive treatment workbook designed for use with a wide variety of accepted curricula for domestic violence intervention programs. This new edition adds and revises the exercises and stories in every chapter, covering important topics such as respect and accountability, maintaining positive relationships, good communication, parenting, substance abuse, digital abuse, and sexuality. Chapters on parenting, substance abuse, and religion have also been heavily revised based on current literature and group member feedback. The chapters provide a comprehensive collection of vital topics, including topics rarely addressed in other curricula, and exercises help the group members learn new strategies for leading a life of cooperation and shared power. Continuing the tradition of past editions, this edition not only focuses on the content of a good BIPP curriculum, but it also stresses the group process elements that form the backbone of any quality approach. Kevin A. Fall, PhD, LPC-S, is professor and program coordinator in the Professional Counseling Program at Texas State University. Shareen Howard, MS, LPC-S, is the mental health assessment specialist at the Denton County Sheriff's Office in Denton, Texas, where she provides services for inmates. |
