| Description |
2 volumes ; 30 cm |
| Contents |
V.1. Thesis - Family dynamics and the risks for child maltreatment of stepchildren -- v.2. Professional portfolio - The influence of early attachment disruptions on mental health |
| Summary |
The thesis examined systemic factors that placed children in stepfamilies at greater risk of physical abuse and neglect by comparing differences between biological- and step-families on a number of known risk factors. A model describing the pathway of child abuse and neglect for children living in stepfamilies was developed to aid in prevention.The portfolio presents four case studies which demonstrate the impact of disruptions to attachment experiences and the sequelae on psychological functioning and how the associated affect dysregulation may be linked to attachment disruptions |
| Notes |
Degree conferred 2010 |
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Submitted to the School of Psychology of the Faculty of Health, Medicine, Nursing and Behavioural Sciences, Deakin University |
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Thesis (D.Psych. (Clinical))--Deakin University, Victoria, 2009 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (volumes1: leaves 195-217, volumes2: leaves 85-94) |
| Subject |
Attachment behavior.
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Behavior disorders in children -- Etiology.
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Child abuse.
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Stepchildren -- Family relationships.
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Stepfamilies -- Psychological aspects.
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| Genre/Form |
Academic theses.
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| Author |
Deakin University. Faculty of Health, Medicine, Nursing and Behavioural Sciences
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Deakin University. School of Psychology
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