THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SOURCEBOOK
322 Pages
Dawn Bradley Berry, J.D., Third Edition, 2000 Lowell House Publishing

Domestic violence is not a simple matter!  The reasons victims don't "just leave" the violent relationships are as diverse as the individuals themselves.  The author presents an overview of just what domestic violence is, its history, its psychology, and its social aspects.  While an estimated 95% of the victims of this violence are women, others who are abused are also included in this study.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to identify:

• The psychological reasons for domestic violence
• Preventive measures through early intervention
• The first steps to getting out of a violent domestic situation
• Resources, organizations, and special services for survivors of abuse

TERRORISM TRAUMA and TRAGEDIES
(Our printed catalog omitted the approval by NBCC (NCC) for this course. It is pre-approved by NBCC for 18 continuing education credits/hours.)
172 Pages
A Counselers Guide to Preparing and Responding
Edited by Jane Webber, Debra D. Bass, and Richard Yep
American Counseling Association Foundations, 2nd Edition, 2005

A series of articles written by counselors with first-hand experience in dealing with the topics in the title of this book. This edition has been updated to include lessons from 9/11. The focus of the material is on practical strategies that will be usefull to counselors in all settings. These are special chapters for school counselors and those who work with children.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify and explain acute stress disorder
• Identify and explain compassion fatigue
• Discuss the 12-step protocol for systematic trauma intervention

NEW
TREATING THE ABUSIVE PARTNER
An Individualized Cognitive-Behavioral Approach
By Christopher M. Murphy, Ph.D., and Christopher I. Echkardt, Ph.D.
The Guilford Press, 2005
290 Pages

The authors challenge the usefullness of group treatment for this problem. Presented, is an empirically based approach for clinicians conducting individual treatment with this population.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the authors' Four-Phase Treatment Model
• Discuss How to Eliminate Assaultive and Threatening Behaviors
• Explain How to Build Better Relationship Skills