True and False Accusations of Child Sex Abuse

The book is a hardcover first edition with a dust jacket that is worn, featuring noticeable tears and creases. The binding is intact, and the pages are free from inscriptions or markings. Overall, the book is in good condition for reading and reference.

"True and False Accusations of Child Sex Abuse" by Richard A. Gardner, M.D., was published by Creative Therapeutics in Cresskill, New Jersey, in 1992. This first edition hardcover offers a comprehensive guide for legal and mental health professionals dealing with child sex abuse cases. Dr. Gardner, a Clinical Professor of Child Psychiatry at Columbia University, provides an in-depth analysis of both true and false accusations, exploring the complexities involved in their investigation. This work is particularly valuable for its detailed approach to distinguishing between genuine and unfounded claims. Although out of print, its insights remain relevant for practitioners in the field. The book's condition reflects its age, with a dust jacket that shows signs of wear, including tears and creases, but the binding remains intact and the pages are clean.