Research Based Recommendations for Child Custody Evaluation Practices and Policies in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence |
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Authors: | Daniel G Saunders |
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Institution: | 1. School of Social Work, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigansaunddan@umich.edu |
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Abstract: | This article reviews recent research on child custody evaluations in intimate partner violence (IPV) cases. Specifically, it covers assessment methods, evaluator selection, evaluator education, guidelines, differential assessment, and state policies. Special attention is given to new methods of bias reduction, the need to focus on coercive and controlling abuse, and the need to interpret psychological tests within a trauma framework. Recommendations are made in each area reviewed. |
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Keywords: | bias reduction assessment methods domestic violence custody evaluator education evidence-based family court |
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