Human Rights Violations in Latin America: Reparation and Rehabilitation

This book provides insights into clinical, psychosocial, and community interventions with victims of violence in Latin America, exploring the psychological, legal, and political implications of these interventions. It also examines political processes in countries undergoing crises and the challenges posed by the peace process from a political psychology perspective. The authors present creative methodologies and practices in different contexts, highlighting the importance of recognizing people's dignity and seeking rehabilitation and reparations for victims, families, and communities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 286 pages
Publication date: 08 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

and a deeper understanding of the political context in which peace psychology operates.
This comprehensive volume offers valuable insights into the field of peace psychology in Latin America, spanning from the 1970s to the present day. By examining clinical, psychosocial, and community interventions with victims across Mexico, Chile, and other Latin American countries, the book sheds light on complex processes such as the appropriation of children and political repression. Through in-depth analysis, it raises psychological, juridical, and political implications for the victims, their families, human rights organizations, and society as a whole. Additionally, the book explores political processes in countries currently facing crises, such as Venezuela and Colombia, and the challenges posed by the peace process from a political psychology perspective.

The authors present the results of studies and clinical cases, showcasing innovative methodologies and practices in various contexts. This book serves as a valuable resource for professionals working with victims of conflict, providing a framework for understanding the relationship between mental health and human rights, ethical and professional dimensions of intervention, a broader knowledge of working with victims, and a deeper understanding of the political context in which peace psychology operates.

By delving into these critical topics, this book contributes significantly to the study of peace psychology in Latin America and offers valuable insights for promoting rehabilitation, reparations, and ultimately establishing democracy and peace in this region.

Weight: 629g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030975418
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022