Suggestions of Abuse

by Michael D. Yapko

A clinical psychologist explains how misinformed health-care professionals, without a clear knowledge of how memory works, convince patients that they are victims of childhood sexual abuse, offering practical advice to those hurt by doubtful accusations. Tour.

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

About the author

Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and marriage and family therapist residing in Southern California.

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is very well written. It was extremely helpful in my personal life and helped me come to terms with my past.

It is a hard book to read simply because the topic is dark and evil. It isn't the kind of book you can read like a novel. It is an extended time read. It took me over a year to get through it completely. It triggers bad memories, many, many emotions and alot of crying. If you read this book, give yourself alot of time, have paper and pen close by (you'll be writing alot of questions and making notes) and an ample supply of kleenex.

[Ellis Amdur · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book to be read along with Ofshe's Making Monsters. Yapko is one of the most eminent hypnotherapists today, and here, he explains how vulnerable people can “remember” things that never happened. Not only a critique of inept and unscientific therapy, it will prove of value not only to counselors, but also to law enforcement personnel who may be required to carry out interrogations. This book can provide valuable information to explain how someone could confess to a crime that they did not commit.

[Madeline · Rating 4 out of 5]

An expert on hypnosis and helping the victims of abuse cuts through the flak. Compassionate and insightful.

[drowningmermaid · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good exploration of the nature of memory, of suggestability, of the psychiatrist/patient relationship. Lots of good examples.