Dating violence and suicidal behavior in adolescents

Abstract The aim of this paper is to assess the possible consequences of adolescent physical, emotional and sexual dating violence through a review of the literature on the topic. An electronic search of major biomedical bibliographic databases (Pubmed, ISI, PsycINFO) was used to retrieve articles providing information on the prevalence rates, risk factors, associated consequences and possible preventive measures for adolescent dating violence across different populations. Currently, there have been few longitudinal studies conducted to identify potential risk factors for entering a violent dating relationship in adolescence. Risky behaviors such as early sexual intercourse may predispose someone for victimization. Dating violence itself is also a predictor of future dating violence. Adolescent dating violence was associated with an increase in other violence-related behaviors, substance use, depression, poorer educational outcomes, posttraumatic stress, unhealthy weight control and risky sexual behavior. The association between adolescent dating violence and an increase in suicidal behavior is a major public health concern. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies so that a causal relationship between dating violence and suicidality may be better understood.

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Adolescent Dating Violence: Prevalence, Risk Factors, Health Outcomes, and Implications for Clinical Practice

Journal of Obstetric Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing ◽

10.1177/0884217503252033 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 32 (2) ◽

pp. 227-238 ◽

Cited By ~ 72

Author(s):

Nancy Glass ◽

Nina Fredland ◽

Jacquelyn Campbell ◽

Michael Yonas ◽

Phyllis Sharps ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Clinical Practice ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating ◽

Violence Prevalence

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Clustering of Adolescent Dating Violence, Peer Violence, and Suicidal Behavior

Journal of Interpersonal Violence ◽

10.1177/0886260507313950 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 23 (6) ◽

pp. 815-833 ◽

Cited By ~ 43

Author(s):

Robert M. Bossarte ◽

Thomas R. Simon ◽

Monica H. Swahn

Keyword(s):

Dating Violence ◽

Suicidal Behavior ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Peer Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating

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Disparities in Adolescent Dating Violence and Associated Internalizing and Externalizing Mental Health Symptoms by Gender, Race/Ethnicity, and Sexual Orientation

Journal of Interpersonal Violence ◽

10.1177/0886260521997944 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 088626052199794

Author(s):

Rebecca L. Fix ◽

Nancy Nava ◽

Rebecca Rodriguez

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Sexual Orientation ◽

Dating Violence ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Pacific Islander ◽

Teen Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating ◽

Race Ethnicity ◽

Teen Dating

The current study examined the prevalence and mental health associated with physical and sexual dating violence among adolescents using an intersectional analysis. Data were obtained from 88,219 adolescents in the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance Survey. Gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, and experiences with teen dating violence were measured for each youth. Tested two- and three-way interactions demonstrate varied outcomes by social identification and emphasize the need for an intersectional approach in dating violence research. Adolescent dating violence was most prevalent among girls (10% physical, 13% sexual); adolescents were sracially identified as Native North American (13% physical, 10% sexual), Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (12% physical, 14% sexual), or multiracial (11% physical, 12% sexual), and lesbian, gay, bisexual, or questioning their sexual orientation (LGBQ) adolescents (19% physical, 20% sexual). The intersectional groups with the highest rates of physical and sexual dating violence included Latinx GBQ boys (26% physical, 26% sexual) and Hawaiian/Pacific Islander GBQ boys (29% physical, 32% sexual). Among girls, highest rates were observed among Hawaiian/Pacific Islander LBQ (24% physical, 23% sexual). Externalizing symptoms associated with physical dating violence were most robust for risky sexual behavior (OR = 4.0), followed by physical fighting (OR = 3.0), and weapon carrying (OR = 2.5); they were also associated with sexual dating violence (ORs = 1.9-2.2). Internalizing symptoms were comparably associated with both types of dating violence (ORs = 2.6-2.9 physical and ORs = 2.4-2.8 sexual). Findings suggest first that an intersectional approach is especially informative in teen dating violence prevention and intervention and second that teen dating violence interventions and prevention programming should use a trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally sensitive, and LGBQ inclusive approach.

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A meta-analytic review of peer risk factors and adolescent dating violence.

Psychology of Violence ◽

10.1037/vio0000040 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 7 (1) ◽

pp. 45-57 ◽

Cited By ~ 28

Author(s):

Rachel C. Garthe ◽

Terri N. Sullivan ◽

Michael A. McDaniel

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating ◽

Analytic Review

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Prevalence, dynamic risk factors and the efficacy of primary interventions for adolescent dating violence: An international review

Aggression and Violent Behavior ◽

10.1016/j.avb.2012.11.015 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 18 (1) ◽

pp. 159-174 ◽

Cited By ~ 93

Author(s):

Eline Leen ◽

Emma Sorbring ◽

Matt Mawer ◽

Emma Holdsworth ◽

Bo Helsing ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Dating Violence ◽

International Review ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Dynamic Risk Factors ◽

Dynamic Risk ◽

Adolescent Dating

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“They’ll Always Find a Way to Get to You”: Technology Use in Adolescent Romantic Relationships and Its Role in Dating Violence and Abuse

Journal of Interpersonal Violence ◽

10.1177/0886260515590787 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 32 (14) ◽

pp. 2083-2117 ◽

Cited By ~ 44

Author(s):

Karlie E. Stonard ◽

Erica Bowen ◽

Kate Walker ◽

Shelley A. Price

Keyword(s):

Romantic Relationships ◽

Dating Violence ◽

Technology Use ◽

Online Communication ◽

Future Research ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Romantic Relationships ◽

Adolescent Dating ◽

Perceived Impact ◽

The Impact

Electronic communication technology (ECT), such as mobile phones and online communication tools, is widely used by adolescents; however, the availability of such tools may have both positive and negative impacts within the context of romantic relationships. While an established literature has documented the nature, prevalence, and impact of traditional forms of adolescent dating violence and abuse (ADVA), limited empirical investigation has focused on the role of ECT in ADVA or what shall be termed technology-assisted adolescent dating violence and abuse (TAADVA) and how adolescents perceive the impact of TAADVA relative to ADVA. In this article, the authors explore the role ECT plays in adolescent romantic relationships and psychologically abusive and controlling ADVA behaviors and its perceived impact. An opportunity sample of 52 adolescents (22 males and 30 females) between the ages of 12 and 18 years participated in the study. One all-female and seven mixed-gendered semi-structured focus groups were conducted. Thematic analysis was used to identify three superordinate themes, including (a) perceived healthy versus unhealthy communication, (b) perceived monitoring and controlling communication, and (c) perceived impact of technology-assisted abuse compared with that in person. While ECTs had a positive impact on the development and maintenance of adolescent romantic relationships, such tools also provided a new avenue for unhealthy, harassment, monitoring, and controlling behaviors within these relationships. ECT was also perceived to provide unique impacts in terms of making TAADVA seem both less harmful and more harmful than ADVA experienced in person. Adolescents’ perceptions and experiences of ECT in romantic relationships and TAADVA may also vary be gender. Implications of the findings are discussed, and recommendations are made for future research.

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Correlates of Technology-Assisted Adolescent Dating Violence and Abuse

Social Education Research ◽

10.37256/ser.122020180.61-78 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 61-78

Author(s):

Karlie E. Stonard

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Dating Violence ◽

Adolescent Dating Violence ◽

Healthy Relationships ◽

Adolescent Dating ◽

Avoidant Attachment ◽

Potential Risk Factors ◽

Education And Awareness ◽

Males And Females ◽

New Form

Technology-Assisted Adolescent Dating Violence and Abuse (TAADVA) has recently been recognised as new form of violence. However, little is known about the potential risk factors for TAADVA victimisation/perpetration or whether they are similar to those identified for offline Adolescent Dating Violence and Abuse (ADVA). This paper therefore examines the potential correlates of TAADVA victimisation only and perpetration-victimisation (vs. not involved). Findings are reported based on 277 12-18 year old British adolescents who had dated in the last year and completed a series of questionnaires. Findings highlight that correlates associated with ADVA are also related to TAADVA (e.g. past ADVA and having friends with experience of dating violence), however avoidant attachment insecurity was related to male TAADVA, which has not been identified before. Differences were found in some significant correlates for males and females. The findings highlight implications for addressing TAADVA and ADVA through education and awareness about healthy relationships, while considering factors that are associated with TAADVA involvement in prevention and intervention efforts.

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