-Caveat Lector- Hi ! Here are some resources. Sincerely, Neil Brick Dr. Richard Gardner: A Review of His Theories and Opinions on Atypical Sexuality, Pedophilia, and Treatment Issues by Stephanie J. Dallam, RN, MSN, FNP Please note: I do not agree with Gardner's ideas. "Richard A. Gardner, M.D., is a prominent forensic expert with an extensive career of evaluating children, especially during custody disputes between parents." "Gardner (1992, p. 588) does not believe in doing therapy with fathers who deny committing sexual molestation. If father desires treatment, the therapist should focus on enhancing his self-esteem. This is accomplished by helping him to appreciate that "there is a certain amount of pedophilia in all of us" and that "pedophilia has been considered the norm by the vast majority of individuals in the history of the world"(Gardner 1992, ppi.592-3)." "Gardner's Views on Pedophilia - "The sexually abused child is generally considered to be the victim," though the child may initiate sexual encounters by 'seducing' the adult." "Gardner (1991, p. 118) suggests that Western society's is "excessively moralistic and punitive" toward pedophiles." published in Jan/Feb 1998 issue of Treating Abuse Today; the second part was published in the Mar/Apr 1998 issue (Volume 8, issue 2). Back issues can be obtained from Treating Abuse Today, P.O. Box 3050, Lancaster, PA 17604-3030. (717) 291-1940 - http://www.geocities.com/nafcj/Dr.RichardGardnerAReviewof.html The Evidence for Parental Alienation Syndrome: An Examination of Gardner's Theories and Opinions by Stephanie J. Dallam, RN, MSN, FNP, Paralegal "It should be noted that Gardner's views on pedophilia are at odds with the scientific research on child sexual abuse which has consistently and conclusively shown the negative long-term effect of sexual abuse on children." Printed in Treating Abuse Today, 8(2), Mar/Apr 1998, pp 25-34 by Survivors And Victims Empowered (SAVE), P.O. Box 3030, Lancaster, PA 17604-3030, (717) 291-1940. http://www.geocities.com/nafcj/PASreview.htm Claims of Parental Alienation Syndrome Confuse Abuse Investigations - http://incestabuse.about.com/health/incestabuse/library/weekly/aa082000.htm Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review 29:1367-1415 (1994) - the Parental Alienation Syndrome: A Dangerous Aura of Reliability - C. Wood, "Dr. Gardner espouses these theories in his self-published books, the most recent being The Parental Alienation Syndrome. Ironically, while PAS has been admitted in courts, it has not been accepted by experts in the field: psychologists, child abuse evidentiary experts, or child advocates. This Comment argues that evidence of PAS should not be admissible in court." http://fact.on.ca/Info/pas/wood94.htm Quotes from writings of Gardner and responses to his theory, etc., http://www.gate.net/~liz/liz/pedoph.htm <A HREF="http://www.ctrl.org/">www.ctrl.org</A> DECLARATION & DISCLAIMER ========== CTRL is a discussion & informational exchange list. Proselytizing propagandic screeds are unwelcomed. Substance�not soap-boxing�please! These are sordid matters and 'conspiracy theory'�with its many half-truths, mis- directions and outright frauds�is used politically by different groups with major and minor effects spread throughout the spectrum of time and thought. That being said, CTRLgives no endorsement to the validity of posts, and always suggests to readers; be wary of what you read. CTRL gives no credence to Holocaust denial and nazi's need not apply. Let us please be civil and as always, Caveat Lector. ======================================================================== Archives Available at: http://peach.ease.lsoft.com/archives/ctrl.html <A HREF="http://peach.ease.lsoft.com/archives/ctrl.html">Archives of [EMAIL PROTECTED]</A> http:[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ <A HREF="http:[EMAIL PROTECTED]/">ctrl</A> ======================================================================== To subscribe to Conspiracy Theory Research List[CTRL] send email: SUBSCRIBE CTRL [to:] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To UNsubscribe to Conspiracy Theory Research List[CTRL] send email: SIGNOFF CTRL [to:] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Om
