Up to now, there have been few, if any, tests for concealed child abuse in
families. One main reason is that the child is often fiercely intimidated
beforehand never to tell the truth about what happened. I have developed an
experimental test I would like the group to have, without charge. This
structured questionnaire overcomes fear of retaliation by basing the first
half of the test on symptoms of emotional trauma. The premise is that
children who are abused will often exhibit such symptoms. Because the child
is unaware of the implications of his answers, he is able to respond freely
and honestly. For some reason, not yet known, children tend to "open up" and
talk freely about factual matters toward the second half and end of the test.
This instrument needs reliability and validity studies, and for that reason,
would be an excellent project for a graduate dissertation. When the test is
validated, it will hold up in court because it is objective, and does not
call for an interpretation by the examiner. Such an instrument is very
critically needed. For several years, I have been using it in my private
practice and recording the responses for possible use in court or for
presentation to child protective services. The test can be given by a parent
or by anyone. No special training is needed. Again, this test is available
without charge to anyone upon email request.
ALSO, FOR UNIVERSITIES, SOCIETIES, INSTITUTIONS ONLY...
A FREE review copy of our new scholarly work below. We offer this to
universities, foundations, professional groups, etc. (The following is email
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Please send an email if you wish your free review copy to be sent by email
attachment for download.
"THE LIES THAT BIND: The Permanence of Child Abuse"
By H. Bruce Ewart, Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Forensic Examiners
ACCEPTED FOR PUBLICATION, BUT OTHER PUBLISHERS BEING SOUGHT
This life-saving book graphically demonstrates how child abuse permanently
mangles the concept of self and guarantees further abuse throughout life,
mostly in the form of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. Written by a veteran psychology
professor and 20-year trauma specialist who is himself a survivor of physical
and mental abuse.
A new developmental model shows the formation of a "false self" induced by
abuse that draws the attention of predators, each one worse than the previous.
This book is not for the faint-hearted but only for those who want to face
the truth about the devastation of this present pandemic. Vivid case
histories show the principles of brainwashing that cement the lies about
one’s self.
Special consideration is given to the critical importance of trauma treatment
as part of the recovery process. Domestic violence is described extensively
as an end result of earlier abuse. Signs of the batterer are included, and a
new test to unmask hidden child abuse. Another test helps abused women break
through denial.
This new work has been termed "life-saving" by many patients and praised by
colleagues.
For both the professional and the public, especially victims. Paperback, 160
pages.
Heyward Bruce Ewart, Ph.D.
High Risk Action Council
www.webjax.com/hrac
131 Wise Drive
Sumter, SC 29150
803-773-3536 Call regarding speaking engagements.
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