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Paul Thomas Clements is a forensic psychiatric clinical specialist, a Certified Gang Specialist, and is Certified in the Danger Assessment. Practicing in the forensic nursing arena for over 30 years, Dr. Clements has provided consultation for hospital systems, EMTs, Child Protective Agency personnel, trauma/emergency nurses, psychiatric providers, and academic and corporate settings-each regarding vulnerability risk assessment, target-hardening, and decreasing the incidence of violence. Dr. Clements has provided consultation to public school systems and other child-related agencies related to child abuse assessment, and related to the aftermath of violence and/or violent death (including homicide of a child and gang-related deaths) for teachers and other classmates. Clements holds a Master's degree in Child and Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing and a Doctor of Philosophy in Forensic Psychiatric Nursing, both from the University of Pennsylvania, with research and practice that have surrounded the traumatic presentations and behaviors of children exposed to the homicide of a family member. Clements was inducted as a Distinguished Fellow in the International Association of Forensic Nurses in 2002, and was an inaugural Associate Editor of the Journal of Forensic Nursing from 2005-2012. Most recently, in 2021, he was inducted as the first Distinguished Fellow of the Academy of Forensic Nursing. Clements works as a Clinical Professor at the Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing at Texas A & M University. David Solomon is an associate professor of psychology and the current director of the clinical psychology track of Western Carolina University's Psychology MA program. He has multiple years of clinical experience working with children impacted by child maltreatment and other traumas through the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center, Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center and Community Outreach Program - Esperanza (COPE) in Charleston, South Carolina, the Center for Children, Families, and Communities, and Shelterhouse of Midland and Gladwin Counties in Michigan. David focuses on exposing his students to evidence-based techniques, such as trauma-focused CBT and parent-child interact therapy, and his goal is to extend the reach of such treatments to underserved families. Dr. Barol has dedicated the past 44 years to serving and supporting people with Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) who also have challenging behaviors and co-occurring mental health issues. She started out as a direct support worker and live-in ""houseparent"" and has served a community-based project director, residential program director, facility director and clinician. She served as the Clinical Director for the PA office of Developmental Program's Statewide Training and Technical Assistance initiative focusing on individuals with dual diagnoses for 10 years. She has been working with Biographical timelines for over 30 years, and trained trainers in the process in Pennsylvania when she worked as the Clinical Director of the State-wide Training and Technical Assistance initiative, and through her consultation and training overseas. Her areas of special interest include: Positive Approaches with people with IDD and challenging behaviors including co-occurring mental illness, the effects of trauma, and neurological differences. She works on the behalf of these individuals through her clinical roles as well as through her experience in Group Process, Conflict Resolution, Partnership Building, Leadership Development, System Change, and Management. She is trained in EMDR, Biofeedback, and Neurofeedback and is integrating these modalities in her current teaching and clinical work. Dr Barol was the 2020 recipient of the NADD Earl L. Loschen, MD award for clinical practice. She is currently an Associate Professor at Widener University's Center for Social Work Education and Associate Clinical Director of the Clinical Services for Vulnerable Adults clinic. She serves as co-Director of the Capacity Building Institute for Pennsylvania. Dr. Barol consults regularly in the U.S. and internationally.
The authors have expertly woven together a comprehensive exploration of children who have encountered Adverse Childhood Experiences that is both informative and engaging. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone in the field of child maltreatment, offering a wealth of knowledge, practical guidance, and insightful perspectives. The authors' deep understanding of forensic issues is evident throughout the book, making it a trusted companion for professionals, students, and anyone interested in the subject. The content is well-structured and covers a wide range of essential topics, from evidence collection and documentation to legal considerations and the emotional aspects of patient care. One of the book's notable strengths is its commitment to staying current with the latest advancements and best practices in forensic mental health. It not only provides a solid foundation but also incorporates up-to-date information and case studies, ensuring that readers are well prepared to meet the challenges of this dynamic field. What sets Mental Health Issues of Child Maltreatment apart is its compassionate approach. The authors pay special attention to the emotional and psychological needs of patients, which is a critical aspect of our work. This focus on holistic care makes it an invaluable resource for anyone striving to excel in the field of child maltreatment. Overall, the authors have crafted a must-read book that combines expertise with empathy, making it an indispensable reference for mental health professionals and an enlightening read for anyone interested in this essential field of health care. I wholeheartedly recommend Mental Health Issues of Child Maltreatment to all those committed to providing the highest standard of care and justice. Ann Wolbert Burgess Professor William Connell School of Nursing Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA Mental Health Issues of Child Maltreatment is a long overdue comprehensive resource that should be required reading for all mental health professionals, child welfare workers, court personnel and administrators-in fact, all who come into contact with survivors of child maltreatment. The text addresses the biological and neurological manifestations and consequences of child maltreatment, providing an up-to-date review of the state-of-the-art of our understanding of the sequelae of trauma. The text goes on to provide a thorough review of the challenges of accurate assessment and offers the reader a number of innovative strategies for effective interventions. Finally, the reader is presented with the challenges and strategies for extending our understanding in these areas through research. In summary, this text is an important contribution to capturing what we currently know about child maltreatment and trauma and how to intervene appropriately and effectively. Paula Silver, PhD Educator and Administrator Retired Dean School of Human Services Widener University Chester, PA This two-volume book offers a fresh perspective of childhood trauma for multidisciplinary professionals. It both questions past methods and offers successful approaches to thinking about, assessing, and treating children. The book has thoughtful, practical, and clinically relevant material for thinking about children who are now adults. Children are our future, and this book promotes means to prevent childhood maltreatment and promote their wellbeing. It honors what a whole person and whole family may need. The books highlight that children do not know what to ask for when they have had adverse childhood experiences. They do not have the resources to work on understanding and influencing what has happened to them. It is clearly up to clinical practitioners to recognize and treat the whole person, a
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