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Battered women as survivors : an alternative to treating learned helplessness Edward W. Gondolf with Ellen R. Fisher

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: Lexington, MA : Lexington Books, 1988Description: x, 123 pages ;23 cmISBN:
  • 0-669-18166-8
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 362.83 GON
Summary: "In this book the authors present empirical research that counters the popular "learned helplessness" theory with evidence that battered women are in fact helpseekers who persistently search for resources and support services. They further suggest that those same sources may not provide sufficient aid. " (From the blurb). Record #5029
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Book Book Vine library TRO 362.83 GON Available FV16050048

"In this book the authors present empirical research that counters the popular "learned helplessness" theory with evidence that battered women are in fact helpseekers who persistently search for resources and support services. They further suggest that those same sources may not provide sufficient aid. " (From the blurb). Record #5029