Recovered memories of abuse : assessment, therapy, forensics created by Kenneth S. Pope and Laura S. Brown

Includes bibliographical references and index

Ch. 1. Sexual Abuse, Delayed Memories, and Therapy: An Introduction -- Ch. 2. Science, Memory, and Trauma: A Brief Overview -- Ch. 3. Clinical and Forensic Work as Questioning: Considering Claims About False Memories -- Ch. 4. Practicing Safely and Competently -- Ch. 5. Clinical Work With People Who Report Recovered Memories -- Ch. 6. Forensic Issues for Therapists and Expert Witnesses -- App. A. Useful Resources -- App. B. States With Delayed Discovery Laws -- App. C. Sample Informed Consent Form for Forensic Assessment When Recovered Memories are at Issue -- App. D. Informed Consent Issues for Providing Therapy to a Patient When Recovered Memories are an Issue -- App. E. Therapist's Outline for Frequent Review of Treatment and Treatment Plan When Recovered Memories are an Issue -- App. F. Outline of Topics for Forensic Preparation -- App. G. Therapist's Outline for Review Prior to Deposition and Cross-Examination.

Research suggests that most therapists will see at least one client with "recovered memories" in their professional careers. However, the experience may vex those who are aware of the controversy that surrounds this issue. This work shows that there is no single "truth" about the phenomenon.