Effective therapy with criminals has the power to significantly reduce violence in our communities, yet forensic populations can be volatile and especially intimidating to work with. These videos provide deep insights into one of society’s most intractable issues, and in opposition to the punitive approach to violence prevention, make a compelling case for treating violent offenders with human dignity and responding to violence with psychological treatment and education. It will likewise challenge the viewer to see the humanity within violent individuals and inspire new ways to think about how to reduce violence in our communities. The Roots of Violence In Part One of The Voices of Violence Series, ten experts elucidate the root causes of violent behavior. They offer a probing look into the unsettling childhood experiences of violent offenders, examining the disturbed parent-child attachment styles, destructive thought processes, and distorted social perceptions that underlie violence. In addition to the expert commentary, riveting interviews with both incarcerated and rehabilitated offenders offer direct insight into the thinking that led to violent crimes. Received an Honorable Mention at the Columbus Film Council Chris Awards. Effective Treatment of Violent Individuals In Part Two of The Voices of Violence Series, ten experts examine the critical components of effective treatment programs for violent individuals by focusing on prison programs in California and the U.K. Beyond the creation of an environment of safety and respect, these therapists confront the patriarchal beliefs, social misperceptions, and destructive thoughts that precipitate violent responses to real or perceived threats. Vignettes of actual therapy sessions, along with interviews with incarcerated men, display the remarkable insight these individuals can achieve through treatment. Their chilling accounts of violence will challenge the empathy of even seasoned therapists, yet many of their stories are ultimately redemptive, as they learn to make use of their violent pasts by working to prevent violence in their communities. This video demonstrates vividly that conventional assumptions about crime and punishment fail to endure close scrutiny. I was so moved by ‘Voices in Violence.” Again and again, I recognized the desperate strategies for survival that I've seen in my child-protection, batterer's intervention, and victim advocacy work as the men described their responses to threats - real and perceived, current and recalled. Such an amazing picture of the power of compassion. I've also been widely recommending the films. - Peter Polland, Training and Outreach Director, 1in6.org __ important note from psychotherapy.net: Individual and Institutional/Instructor's Versions of DVDs Individual Versions • Individual Versions are designed for individual study and continuing education purposes only. • Individual Versions of our DVDs are licensed for individual mental health professionals who are going to watch the DVD privately at their home or office. • Use of Individual Versions for group viewing, teaching or training purposes or any institutional use is not permitted. • On-screen notices of this licensing agreement are clearly indicated on the DVDs. • Continuing Education packages may be purchased separately for those viewers who desire Continuing Education Credits. Institutional/Instructor's Versions • Institutional/Instructor's Versions of our DVDs are specifically licensed for group viewing, teaching, training and institutional purposes. • Institutional/Instructor's Versions are required for orders from universities, colleges, clinics and all organizations and institutions. • Most Institutional/Instructor's Version DVDs come with a training manual that includes discussion questions, reflection paper guidelines, tips for watching, related resources, and a complete transcript. • Continuing Education packages may be purchased separately for those viewers who desire Continuing Education Credits. Upgrading from Individual to Institutional/Instructor's Version You may upgrade the DVD from Individual to Institutional/Instructor's Version by emailing us at [email protected] or by giving us a call at (416) 944-0962 / (800) 361-6120. You will be charged the difference in cost between the two versions, and asked to return the Individual version DVD. We will then mail you an Institutional/Instructor's version DVD and an Institutional/Instructor's Manual with rights for group viewing, teaching, training, and institutional use.
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