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Bishop, Sarah M. (Researcher in clinical psychology) (2013) Service responses to survivors of sexual violence : perspectives of National Health Service and voluntary sector professionals on inter-agency working with survivors. DClinPsych thesis, University of Warwick.
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Abstract
The first chapter of this thesis critically reviews the existing literature on Restorative Justice
(RJ) for crimes of sexual violence. It considers whether RJ has a contribution to make to the
psychological wellbeing of survivors, provides clinicians working in the field of sexual
violence with an insight into the potential strengths, weaknesses and gaps in the evidence
base for RJ for sexual violence and makes recommendations for further research. The
reviewed literature revealed some evidence that supports the use of RJ for crimes of sexual
violence. In particular, survivors and professionals who had experienced RJ first-hand
reported positive outcomes. However, due to the sensitive nature of sexual violence and the
potential for re-traumatisation of the survivor, it was clear from the reviewed papers that RJ
needed to be approached with caution. Indeed, where RJ was employed, extensive
preparation was consistently identified as a key element to its success.
The aim of the second chapter is to gain an in-depth understanding of the perspectives of staff
on inter-agency responses to survivors of sexual violence. Professionals from the National
Health Service and voluntary sector were interviewed using focus group methodology. Data
from focus groups was analysed using thematic analysis. The results highlighted that
individual and organisational barriers impacted on services' ability to work together and
respond effectively to survivors.
The final chapter provides a reflective account of the process of conducting a qualitative
research study with professionals who work with survivors of sexual violence. Reflections
focus on the impact of emotions on sexual violence research. The account considers both
personal and epistemological factors relevant to the research process.
| Item Type: | Thesis (DClinPsych) |
|---|---|
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HV Social pathology. Social and public welfare R Medicine > R Medicine (General) |
| Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): | Sexual abuse victims -- Services for, Sex crimes, Restorative justice, Qualitative research, Medical personnel -- Psychology -- Research, Focus groups, Interviewing |
| Official Date: | June 2013 |
| Institution: | University of Warwick |
| Theses Department: | Department of Psychology |
| Thesis Type: | DClinPsych |
| Publication Status: | Unpublished |
| Supervisor(s)/Advisor: | Liebling-Kalifani, Helen |
| Sponsors: | Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust |
| Description: | Completed in conjunction with Coventry University. School of Health and Social Sciences |
| Extent: | 149 leaves. |
| Language: | eng |
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