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13 cases they could find to make comment upon? And while this is a reasonable question, I believe it is important not to look at the whole, but the individual parts. These are 13 women whose nar- ratives demonstrate the worst abuse. I was particularly struck with the story of Charlie Morningstar, a transgender man who was confined in a female facility after being convicted of murder. His story demonstrates the significantly difficult time a transgender offender has in managing confinement. This is one place I do make comment in

general about corrections. We have not come to terms on how to man- age those with gender dysphoria. It is not as simple as the advocates would make us believe, to treat everyone as their gender identity, but it does not in any fashion condone how we have generally treated those whose gender is different than their biology. We did not listen when we should have, and mostly out of fear, we often did not treat these people with the dignity they deserve. If for no other reason than to read the chapter devoted to Charlie Morningstar, corrections professionals

should read this book. I was particular- ly struck by the concept in the Native American culture of two spirits, both their psychological and spiritual self. All in all, this book was a difficult one to read and review. But it is one I believe we need to read as we remember psychological and sexual abuse is about the impact it has upon individuals. It is also important to read this book and recognize all the chang- es we might make in corrections that will have little impact until we address abuse, poverty and appropriate inter- ventions in the community. u

ACA Seeks Book Authors Do you have experience in corrections and the desire to inform others about what you have learned? If so, you are a potential ACA author. We are seeking corrections professionals to submit book manuscripts for review and consideration on a variety of subject matter.

Possible topics include • Ethics in corrections. • Effective mental health treatment. • Sex offender monitoring and treatment. • Financial management in corrections. • Programs for long-term offenders. • Staff training. • Greening of corrections: innovative strategies. • Preparing offenders for reentry. • Incarcerated women: reducing recidivism.

Your suggestions for books on other topics are welcome. For more information, please contact 800-222-5646, ext. 0194.

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