The Violence of Men: New Techniques for Working with Abusive Families: A Therapy of Social ActionISBN: 978-0-7879-0117-2
Hardcover
236 pages
August 1995, Jossey-Bass
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A Step-by-Step Guide for Working with Violent Clients
Renowned family therapist Cloe Madanes presents a therapy of socialaction, a proven model of therapeutic intervention developed forprofessionals who work with violent men. At the very heart of thisapproach is the conviction that the offAnder is fully responsiblefor his actions. As evidence of this core belief, a therapy ofsocial action requires the offAnder to acknowledge his violentactions, demonstrate authentic repentance, make amAnds to thevictim, and find acceptable alternative behaviors.
Renowned family therapist Cloe Madanes presents a therapy of socialaction, a proven model of therapeutic intervention developed forprofessionals who work with violent men. At the very heart of thisapproach is the conviction that the offAnder is fully responsiblefor his actions. As evidence of this core belief, a therapy ofsocial action requires the offAnder to acknowledge his violentactions, demonstrate authentic repentance, make amAnds to thevictim, and find acceptable alternative behaviors.