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INTRODUCTORY PAGES
About Spiritual Dimension in Victim Services
Preface
Subject Matter
President's Task Force Recommendation
Department of Defense Directive
Concerning this Edition for Military Chaplains
Federal Crime Victims Bill of Rights
GENERAL INFORMATION
Extent of Victimization (statistical information)
Training Agenda
Daily Schedule (Introductory)
Importance of the Role of Chaplains and Other Clergy
Importance of the Faith Perspective
CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT
Daily Schedule
Prologue
Scriptural References
General Information
Child Neglect
Child Physical Abuse
Child Sexual Abuse
Child Emotional Abuse
Clergy/Chaplain Response to Child Abuse & Neglect
Where to Turn -- Resources
Publications
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Daily Schedule
Introductory Comments
An Applicable Scripture
Nature and Dynamics of Domestic Violence
Theological Reflections
Domestic Violence and the Law
Suggested Religious Responses
Where to Turn -- Resources
Publications
RAPE -- SEXUAL ASSAULT
Daily Schedule
Definition
Rape Myths
Impact of Rape
Stages of Adjustment
Prevention
Sexual Assault and the Law
Factors Having a Negative Impact on Rape Victims When Preparing for Court
Acquaintance Rape
Marital Rape
Positive Clergy and Congregational Response to Rape
Where to Turn -- Resources
Publications
ABUSE AND NEGLECT OF THE ELDERLY
Daily Schedule
Prologue
Scriptures
Important Cross References
General Characteristics
Elder Abuse and the Law
Indicators of Elder Abuse and Neglect
Positive Clergy and Congregational Response
Where to Turn -- Resources
Publications
ROBBERY -- ASSAULT -- BURGLARY
Daily Schedule
Prologue
Definitions and Impact
Prevention
Restorative Justice (A Biblical Perspective)
Vulnerability of the Elderly
What Victims or Witnesses Should Do
Clergy & Congregational Response
VIOLENT DEATH -- HOMICIDE / DRUNK DRIVING
Daily Schedule
Clergy and Untimely Death
Common Reactions
Stress Factors
A Unique Stressor -- The Criminal Justice System
Clergy Counsel at the Time of Violent Death
A Practical Guide
Where to Turn -- Resources
Publications
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