Behind Closed Doors: Violence in the American Family

By Richard J. Gelles, Murray A. Straus, Richard J. Gelles, et al.

Book Overview

Based on the study of over 2,000 families, the authors provide insights into the phenomenon of violence and what causes Americans to inflict it on their family members. They explore the relationship between spousal abuse and child abuse as well as violence by children against their parents, and the causes and effects of verbal abuse.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1412805910
• ISBN13: 9781412805919
• Release Date: April 2006
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Must Read

This is really a must read for ANY parent! Never mind how old this info is, this is pertinent information for parenting and family dynamic understanding.