Includes bibliographical references (p. 163-175) and index.

'The Truth is Longer Than a Lie' provides important insights into children's experiences of abuse & their perception of professional intervention. The authors' promote the emerging child-centred approach to research, which provides children with an opportunity to talk about abuse & its effects on their lives. All too often child victims of abuse either remain silent or are not listened to when they do decide to speak of their experiences, but The Truth is Longer Than a Lie gives abused children and young people a voice. This groundbreaking book reveals what young victims have to say about abuse and its effects on their lives; their views on the reasons for abuse; their opinions of abusers and non-offending parents; and how they felt about disclosing their experiences. Significantly, this book provides important insights into children's perceptions of the professionals who intervened - to protect them, to prosecute the abuser or to provide therapeutic counselling. The authors examine societal factors that increase children's vulnerability, and propose measures for preventing abuse. They outline the requirements of ethically sound research, including appropriate interviewing techniques, and conclude with recommendations for future research. The Truth is Longer Than a Lie is invaluable reading for social workers, child protection workers, counsellors, legal professionals and anyone working with abused children.

Also available in printed form ISBN 9781843103172

Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts. Mode of access: World Wide Web.