Complex Relationship Between Daily Partner Violence and Alcohol Use Among Violent Heterosexual Men

2020 ◽  
pp. 088626051989732 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Katerndahl ◽  
Sandra K. Burge ◽  
Robert L. Ferrer ◽  
Johanna Becho ◽  
Robert Wood
Keyword(s):  
Time Series ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Group Level ◽  
Heterosexual Couples ◽  
Significant Group ◽  
Linear And Nonlinear ◽  
Unique Relationship

Although alcohol use and partner violence are consistently associated, the nature of the alcohol–violence relationship is still unclear. The purpose of this pilot study was to use longitudinal daily assessments of male partners’ alcohol use and violent events to identify the nature of the alcohol–violence relationship, employing both linear and nonlinear analyses. The participants were 20 adult heterosexual couples of whom the woman reported experiencing partner violence in the prior 30 days. Each partner provided a separate daily telephone report for 8 weeks via an automated interactive voice response (IVR), concerning the previous day’s violence, alcohol use, stressors, emotional reactions, and concerns for children. Individual IVR databases were merged to form a combined couple’s IVR time series. Time series were analyzed using graphic, linear, and nonlinear methods. Graphic analysis using state space grids found no consistent pattern across couples. Similarly, linear analysis using same-day cross-correlation and prior-day beta statistics found no significant group-level alcohol–violence relationship. Using cross-approximate entropy statistics and differential structural equation modeling, no nonlinear relationships between alcohol use and violence were noted either. Whether applying linear or nonlinear analytic methods, there is no group-level relationship between alcohol use by male perpetrators and their violent acts. The implications are significant. First, the alcohol–violence relationship may differ among subgroups. Second, couples need to be assessed thoroughly to determine their unique relationship with alcohol use, so that couple-specific interventions can be designed. Third, if perpetrators believe that their violence is facilitated by their alcohol use, then alcohol reduction should be encouraged despite any evidence suggesting a different alcohol–violence relationship. Finally, the accepted alcohol-causes-violence belief held by many providers needs to be reconsidered. Because the nature of the alcohol–violence relationship varies considerably across couples, clinicians should seek to understand their unique relationship applying across-the-board management approaches.

scholarly journals Intergenerational transmission of child abuse in Colombia: an analysis of gendered effects

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
pp. 1-29
Author(s):  
Esperanza Camargo
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Intergenerational Transmission ◽  
Family Relationships ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Abuse ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Physical Punishment ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Heterosexual Couples ◽  
Parental History

A broad range of research literature has studied patterns of intergenerational violence. However, scant research has looked at how those patterns are gendered. This study examines gendered patterns of intergenerational transmission of violence and looks at how gender relates to intimate partner violence and child physical abuse over time. I used a 2015 dataset of 12.915 interviews with Colombian heterosexual couples who were married or living together at the time of the interview. Using factor analysis and structural equation modeling (SEM), I found, consistent with previous studies, that parental history of child abuse was a predictor of physical child abuse; this is consistent with previous studies. Experiencing physical punishment by one’s parents was a stronger predictor of the use of physical punishment on one’s own children in adulthood than being an observer of partner violence between one’s parents. However, the female observer of parental male-to-female partner abuse was more likely also to be a victim of intimate partner abuse in adulthood, and experiencing physical punishment by one’s parents also predicts a male’s physical victimization. Overall, the results support social learning theory and liberal feminist theory, that gender roles, gender inequality, and power structure are learned, passed from one generation to the next, and perpetuated by family relationships.

A Preliminary Study Examining Self-Reported Invincibility, Alcohol Problems, and the Nonmedical Use of Prescription Stimulants in College Students

2021 ◽  
pp. 002204262110372
Author(s):  
Susan Kennedy ◽  
Paula Millin ◽  
Gary J. Kennedy
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Alcohol Problems ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Prescription Stimulants ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
Nonmedical Use ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
Alcohol Related Problems

The nonmedical use of prescription stimulants (NMUPS) is becoming more common among college students. Identifying the variables associated with NMUPS is important for educational efforts and to promote wellness in vulnerable students. The present study examined the relationships between self-reported invincibility, alcohol problems, and NMUPS in 175 college students. Path analysis tested the hypotheses that males would report higher invincibility that would be related to alcohol use and alcohol problems. Using structural equation modeling, significant relationships were found between invincibility and alcohol-related problems. Alcohol problems may be related to NMUPS. A total effect of invincibility, mediated by alcohol use, may be a path whereby invincibility positively influences NMUPS. Students reporting high levels of invincibility may be at risk for the NMUPS and might benefit from efforts regarding the potential harmful consequences of taking these substances without a prescription.

scholarly journals Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling Analysis and Validity of the Family Needs Screener

2019 ◽  
pp. 088626051988851
Author(s):  
Miranda P. Kaye ◽  
Tara Saathoff-Wells ◽  
Amanda M. Ferrara ◽  
Nicole R. Morgan ◽  
Daniel F. Perkins
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Child Maltreatment ◽  
Family Violence ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Family Needs ◽  
The Family

Assessment that accurately categorizes families’ risk for family violence (i.e., intimate partner violence and child maltreatment) and identifies areas of family need is essential for prevention program planning, practice, and resource allocation. The Family Needs Screener (FNS) assesses risk for intimate partner violence and child maltreatment. It is used as a tool to prioritize those who are in the greatest need of services as well as plan prevention efforts in selected prevention services offered to military families. To date, no peer-reviewed studies examine the factor structure of the FNS. In this study, we examined measurement aspects of the FNS as an assessment tool in identifying risk of family violence. Data were drawn from Army families ( N = 18,159) who were screened between 2009 and 2013 and matched to substantiated cases of family violence. Exploratory structural equation modeling (ESEM) was used to examine the factor structure, measurement invariance, and predictive validity of the FNS. Results supported a shortened measure with a five-factor structure and full gender invariance. In particular, relationship issues were predictive of both intimate partner violence and child maltreatment. In addition, family of origin/history of family violence was predictive of substantiated cases of child maltreatment. Findings support the use of the FNS to assess risk, allocate, and plan for services in an Army population. Implications for scale modifications and use, as well as prevention efforts, are discussed.

Communal strength, exchange orientation, equity, and relational maintenance

2020 ◽  
Vol 37 (8-9) ◽  
pp. 2345-2365
Author(s):  
Laura Stafford
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Relational Maintenance ◽  
Heterosexual Couples ◽  
Independence Model ◽  
Exchange Orientation ◽  
Maintenance Behaviors ◽  
Self Reports ◽  
Communal Orientation ◽  
Communal Strength

The purpose of this study was to explore communal strength (i.e., partner-specific communal orientation) and partner-specific exchange orientation, as well as equity, as predictors of relational maintenance. A sample of 309 heterosexual couples completed self-reports. Given the dyadic interdependence, the actor–partner independence model was used. Dyadic analyses were undertaken using structural equation modeling conducted in AMOS. Results indicated that underbenefitedness was a predictor of maintenance behaviors, but overbenefitedness was not. Communal strength was also associated with engagement in maintenance behaviors. Importantly, communal strength moderated the association between underbenefitedness and maintenance such that underbenefitedness did not result in decreases in self-reported maintenance behaviors for those with greater communal strength to the same extent as it did for those with lower communal strength. Exchange orientation also moderated the association between underbenefitedness and maintenance behaviors such that a decline in maintenance behaviors was not as pronounced for those with lower exchange orientations as those with higher exchange orientations. Findings suggest the important role relational orientations may play in enacting our relationships.

Controlling Behaviors as a Predictor of Partner Violence Among Heterosexual Female and Male Adolescents

Partner Abuse ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 217-229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter R. Fawson
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Physical Violence ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
School Students ◽  
Male Adolescents ◽  
Ipv Perpetration ◽  
Controlling Behaviors

This study investigates the prevalence of adolescent intimate partner violence (IPV) perpetration, IPV victimization, and controlling behaviors among 486 heterosexual high school students. Participants completed surveys that measured three types of IPV victimization (sexual, physical, and psychological) and two types of controlling behaviors (intimidation and threats). Results reveal high prevalence of dating violence in youth: 46% emotional violence, 34% physical violence, and 16% sexual violence. Participants had a mean age of 15.7 years, 51% of the sample was male, and all participants were in a current relationship. Structural equation modeling explored the relationship between “violent attitudes” and “controlling behaviors” predicting IPV perpetration. The study found no gender differences between IPV perpetration and IPV victimization. However, gender differences were found regarding females’ IPV victimization being reduced when controlling behaviors are not present. Interestingly, IPV victimization is reduced by not having controlling behaviors and only having violent attitudes. The study posits that gender socialization may attribute to females reducing their IPV victimization when controlling behaviors are not present.

Intimate Partner Violence and Psychological Distress Among Young Couples: The Role of the Pattern of Violence

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 547-562
Author(s):  
Josette Sader ◽  
Camille Roy ◽  
Stéphane Guay
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Young Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Sem Analyses

The objective of this study was to assess whether the psychological distress of young men and women involved in intimate partner violence (IPV) is predicted by their reported role in the pattern of violence. Dyadic structural equation modeling (SEM) analyses were performed on a sample of 205 young couples, controlling for income, cohabitation, children, and the length of the relationship. Findings revealed that the most common reported pattern of IPV was mutual in nature. Reported bidirectional violence within the couple was related to distress for both sexes. The couple’s income and the length of their relationship were negatively associated with psychological distress, namely for young women. Findings point to the importance of considering therapy in a couple-context.

Maternal Depressive Symptoms and Adolescent Alcohol Use

2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
pp. 453-474 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mindy Herman-Stahl ◽  
Lissette M. Saavedra ◽  
Antonio A. Morgan-Lopez ◽  
Scott P. Novak ◽  
Tara D. Warner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Emotion Dysregulation ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Maternal Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Adolescent Alcohol Use ◽  
Symptoms Of Depression ◽  
Adolescent Alcohol

The purpose of this study was to explore the influence of maternal depressive symptoms on adolescent alcohol use among a sample of Latino/Latina youth aged 10 to 16 years from a high-risk community. Direct and mediating effects of youth depressive symptoms, controlling for levels of concurrent emotion dysregulation, on alcohol use were examined. Participants consisted of 525 children and their mothers randomly sampled from low-income schools with high rates of substance use. The panel design included four waves, and we used structural equation modeling with a longitudinal mediational framework. Results indicated that the relationship between maternal depressive symptoms and adolescent alcohol use was mediated by adolescents’ symptoms of depression for girls only. Findings are discussed in the context of the development of skills to cope with negative affect and the influence parental depressive symptoms may have on this process.

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