Assessing and Managing Violence Risk in Juveniles 1st Edition by Randy Borum, David Verhaagen 1593855028 9781593855024

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ISBN 10: 1593855028 

ISBN 13: 9781593855024

Author: Randy Borum, David Verhaagen

Highly practical and accessible, this is an indispensable resource for any mental health practitioner working with youth at risk for violent behavior. Presented is a comprehensive framework for evaluating juveniles in the justice system or those whose behavior in school, therapy sessions, or other contexts raises concern about violence. Detailed case examples illustrate the authors’ scientifically grounded approach to selecting appropriate instruments, analyzing and communicating assessment results, and designing effective interventions. Special problems addressed include bullying, sexual aggression, fire setting, and homicide. The book also examines the development of aggressive conduct problems and their connections to other emotional and behavioral disorders.

Table of contents:

I. Understanding Youth Violence

1. Trends and Processes in Youth Violence

2. Risk Factors for Youth Violence

3. Mental/Behavioral Disorders and Violent Behavior

II. Conducting Violence Risk Assessments with Juveniles

4. Process and Principles

5. Psychological Tests and Assessment Instruments

6. Special Considerations in Assessing Risk for Targeted Violence

7. Report Writing and Risk Communication

8. Special Topics in Youth Violence

III. Treatment and Intervention

9. Research-Based Principles for Reducing Violence Risk

10. Effective Intervention Plans

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