Beschreibung:
This work is an exploratory examination of the experiences, motivations, and coping mechanisms of women who are involved in intimate relationships with registered sexual offenders.
Acknowledgements; Preface; PART I. Legislation & Sexual Offenders; 1. Politics, the Media, & Laws; 2. Time for a Reality Check; PART II: Life with a Registered Sex Offender; 3. Relationship & Revelation; 4. Understanding & Consequences; PART III. Collateral Consequences for Partners of Registered Sex Offenders; 5. Registration & Community Notification; 6. Employment, Housing, & Parenting Challenges; PART IV. Moving Forward; 7. Coping Strategies & (Re)Integration