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The utility of motivational interviewing in domestic violence shelters: a qualitative exploration
- Authors:
- HUGHES Margaret J., RASMUSSEN Lucinda A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aggression Maltreatment and Trauma, 19(3), April 2010, pp.300-322.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This small pilot study investigated the use of motivational interviewing with twenty women receiving services at a domestic violence shelter in Orange County, California, using qualitative research methods. The experimental group consisting of ten women received regular treatment services from shelter counsellors trained in motivational interviewing, whereas the control group, also consisting of ten women, received regular treatment services only. Participants from the experimental group showed stronger commitment to not allowing their fear of their partners to stand in the way of moving forward in their lives. This group exhibited stronger self-determination, self-concept and self-esteem. It was believed that the use of motivational interviewing paced the experimental group in a better mindset, allowing them to focus more to their strengths than their weaknesses. In conclusion, the qualitative findings suggest motivational interviewing is an effective intervention for enhancing the impact of regular treatment services in survivors of intimate partner violence and increasing their self-efficacy about ending violence and avoiding violent relationships.
New nomenclature for sexually abusive youth: naming and assessing sexually violent and predatory offenders
- Authors:
- MICCIO-FONSECA L.C., RASMUSSEN Lucinda A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aggression Maltreatment and Trauma, 18(1), January 2009, pp.106-128.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Children and young people (aged 19 or under) who are sexually violent or sexually violent in a predatory way are a tiny minority of those in this age group who are sexually abusive. However, children and adolescents of both sexes have committed such offences and it is thus important to have tools for identifying and assessing the risk they may pose. This paper comments on different types of young sex offenders, reviews the limited literature relating to the violent sub-group, and looks at methods of risk assessment. In particular, it discusses MEGA – the Multiplex Empirically Guided Inventory of Ecological Aggregates for Assessing Sexually Abusive Children and Adolescents (Ages 19 and Under).
Applying motivational interviewing in a domestic violence shelter: a pilot study evaluating the training of shelter staff
- Authors:
- RASMUSSEN Lucinda A., HUGHES Margaret J., MURRAY Colleen A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aggression Maltreatment and Trauma, 17(3), 2008, pp.296-317.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
The use of motivational interviewing was piloted with 20 women in receipt of services from a domestic violence shelter. Ten women received standard services from counsellors trained in motivational interviewing techniques, while ten received standard services as usual. Fisher’s exact test showed that the first group were significantly more motivated to change, as measured using the University of Rhode Island Change Assessment. This finding suggests that motivational interviewing can help reduce the tendency of abused women to return repeatedly to abusive relationships.
Paradigm shift: implementing MEGA, a new tool proposed to define and assess sexually abusive dynamics in youth ages 19 and under
- Authors:
- RASMUSSEN Lucinda A., MICCIO-FONSECA L.C.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 16(1), 2007, pp.85-106.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Previous definitions of sexually abusive behaviour in children and adolescents were deficient in failing to (1) highlight salient neuropsychological elements and antisocial behaviours that may contribute to a youth's functioning; (2) discriminate among possible types of coercion (e.g., manipulation, threats, physical force, and use of weapons); and (3) include predatory elements of sexual abuse against strangers or casual acquaintances. This article discusses a new comprehensive assessment tool that assists in defining sexually abusive youth. This tool, the Multiplex Empirically Guided Inventory of Ecological Aggregates for Assessing Sexually Abusive Children and Adolescents (Ages 19 and under) (MEGA; Miccio-Fonseca, 2006b), encompasses neuropsychological elements, coercive aspects, and predatory elements as essential factors to consider in comprehensive assessments of sexually abusive youth. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Differentiating youth who sexually abuse: applying a multidimensional framework when assessing and treating subtypes
- Author:
- RASMUSSEN Lucinda A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 13(3/4), 2004, pp.58-82.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Recent empirical research has shown that children with sexual behavior problems and adolescents who offend sexually are diverse populations consisting of several subtypes . This article reviews the descriptive and empirical research related to identifying subtypes of children with sexual behavior problems and adolescents who offend sexually. Examples of clinically and empirically derived typologies are presented. The author discusses how data from the empirically derived typologies can be incorporated within a multidimensional assessment framework based on the Trauma Outcome Process model. The application of this framework in assessing and treating children with sexual behaviour problems and adolescents who offend sexually is described.
Integrating cognitive-behavioural and expressive therapy interventions: applying the trauma outcome process in treating children with sexually abusive behaviour problems
- Author:
- RASMUSSEN Lucinda A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 10(4), 2001, pp.1-29.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This article presents interventions strategies based on the Trauma Outcome Process, an integrated treatment model for guiding clinical practice with children with sexually abusive behaviour problems. The steps for completing a comprehensive assessment are reviewed, and strategies are presented to help clinicians create a therapeutic alliance and increase these children's self-awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and body sensations. Treatment techniques based on an integrated approach combining cognitive-behavioiural and expressive therapy approaches are described. These exercises help children accept responsibility for sexually inappropriate behaviour and select adaptive responses for coping with the effects of traumatic experiences.
The social support needs of older lesbians, gay, men, and bisexuals
- Authors:
- JACOBS Robin J., RASMUSSEN Lucinda A., HOHMAN Melinda M.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gay and Lesbian Social Services, 9(1), 1999, pp.1-30.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This American study surveyed self-identified gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals age 50-80 to identify their social service needs. The results suggest that social/support services for the older lesbian/gay population may be best provided in a lesbian/gay environment.
The trauma outcome process: an integrated model for guiding clinical practice with children with sexually abusive behavior problems
- Author:
- RASMUSSEN Lucinda A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 8(4), 1999, pp.3-33.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This article presents the Trauma Outcome Process, an integrated treatment model for guiding clinical practice with children with sexually abusive behavior problems. Criteria for identifying children with sexually abusive behavior problems are presented. The Trauma Outcome Process is presented and compared with other approaches commonly used in clinical practice with sexually abused children and juvenile sexual offenders. The application of the Trauma Outcome Process model in assessing children with sexually abusive behavior problems is discussed and specific steps are provided to guide the assessment process. The advantages of the Trauma Outcome Process model over victim-specific or offender-specific approaches are highlighted.
Focused play therapy and non-directive play therapy: can they be integrated?
- Authors:
- RASMUSSEN Lucinda A., CUNNINGHAM Carolyn
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 4(1), 1995, pp.1-20.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Reviews the rationale for both non-directive and focused approaches to play therapy. Discusses why non-directive therapy alone may be ineffective in treating sexually abused children and abuse-reactive children. A prescriptive approach is proposed that combines the rapport building component of non-directive play therapy with focused techniques (i.e., cognitive-behavioural therapy, metaphors, bibliotherapy, and art therapy). Discusses how this integrated approach can meet the therapeutic needs of sexually abused and abuse-reactive children.