Predators
Pedophiles, Rapists, And Other Sex Offenders
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4.4 • 11 Ratings
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- $12.99
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- $12.99
Publisher Description
The definitive guide to the psychology of predatory sexual abuse and how to protect ourselves and our families.
“Predators gives parents and educators the best kind of defense against sexual offenders: wisdom.” —Gavin de Becker, author of The Gift of Fear
What motivates sexual abusers? Why are so few caught? How can understanding their mindsets and behavior help us stop these crimes before they happen?
Psychologist Anna Salter has been studying sexual offenders and their victims for more than forty years. Drawing on dozens of case studies, she exposes the inner workings of abusers’ minds and reveals the sophisticated deception techniques sexual predators rely on to evade discovery. Arguing that even the most knowledgeable among us can be fooled, Salter dispels the myths around sexual predation and gives us the tools to protect ourselves.
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Salter, known for such novels as White Lies, offers a direct and startling look at the alarming problem of sexual predators in the U.S. Drawing on her experience counseling victims and offenders, she creates a daunting picture for the readers. "This is not a book with complete and comfortable answers. It will not finish with a checklist for identifying a sex offender.... But if I do my job right, reading this book will make it harder for sex offenders to get access to you or your children," she says in her introduction. Despite some much publicized media cases, Salter believes there are many misunderstandings about sexual predators. Most of the crimes are premeditated and carefully planned, and fewer than 5% of sexual predators are caught. With anecdotes and case histories, Salter examines such various predators as rapists and child molesters. Then, she goes on to offer some specific strategies to avoid high-risk situations. These tactics consist of monitoring children, even teens, on the Internet; carrying a cell phone; using home security systems, etc. The descriptions of violent attacks and victims' experience will undoubtedly unnerve readers. However, the subject matter is likely to appeal more to police or psychology professionals. The strategies the author offers for readers are usually fairly obvious. While sexual crimes may be on the increase, readers may see this book as necessary only after they've been victimized rather than as a preventive guide.
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I just finished this book and could not put it down at all. It’s informative and very important to know all of these details and stories. I recommend parents take a look at it, to know what to do for your own child.