Batterer Intervention Systems

1. Introduction: The Emergence of Batterer Programs and Intervention Systems PART II. EVALUATION ISSUES 2. Evaluating if Batterer Programs Work 3. The Limitations of Previous Evaluations 4. Comparing Batterer Intervention Systems PART II. OUTCOMES AND IMPLICATIONS 5. The Diverse Characteristics of Program Participants 6. The De-Escalation of Reassault and Other Abuse 7. Evidence of a Program Effect 8. Difficulty in Identifying the Most Dangerous Men PART III. RESEARCH AND POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS 9. Conclusion: The System Matters Appendix: Research Staff

"Batterer Intervention Systems is a very important book--probably the most important one on batter interventions and evaluations to date.... The writing style is very strong, conversational, and kept my interest. It presents complex information in a non-technical way. The book should be very accessible to a wide audience." -- JEFFREY L. EDLESON