Social Norms for Intimate Partner Violence

2013 ◽  
Vol 28 (6) ◽  
pp. 959-967 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tricia H. Witte ◽  
Mazheruddin M. Mulla
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Social Norms ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
College Campuses ◽  
Female College Students ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Actual Prevalence

This study investigated perceived descriptive norms (i.e., perceived prevalence) for intimate partner violence (IPV) among college students. Male and female college students were asked to estimate the prevalence of IPV for same-sex “typical students” on their campus. Perpetrators of IPV made higher estimates than nonperpetrators. Both perpetrators and nonperpetrators overestimated the prevalence of IPV when compared to actual prevalence rates. Findings lend support for using social-norms-based prevention programs on college campuses.

Social Norms for Intimate Partner Violence: A Replication With College Students

2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (5) ◽  
pp. 829-841 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tricia H. Witte ◽  
Christine L. Hackman ◽  
Mazheruddin M. Mulla
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Social Norms ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Female College Students ◽  
Prevalence Rates ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Prevalence Estimates ◽  
Actual Prevalence

This study replicated prior research on college students’ perceived descriptive norms (i.e., prevalence estimates) for intimate partner violence (IPV). In this study, male and female college students were instructed to estimate the prevalence of physical forms of IPV for “typical students” of their same gender on campus. Perpetrators of IPV—both male and female—made higher estimates than nonperpetrators. When compared to actual prevalence rates, both perpetrators and nonperpetrators overestimated the prevalence of IPV on campus. Findings have implications for prevention programs that address social norms.

Perceived Social Norms for Intimate Partner Violence in Proximal and Distal Groups

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 691-698 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tricia H. Witte ◽  
Mazheruddin M. Mulla ◽  
Alicia A. Weaver
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Social Norms ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Intervention Programs ◽  
Female College Students ◽  
Regression Equations ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Separate Regression

This study investigated students’ perceived descriptive social norms for intimate partner violence (IPV) among proximal and distal groups at college. Male and female college students estimated the prevalence rates for IPV among same-sex friends (proximal group) and same-sex “typical students” (distal group). In separate regression equations for men and women, perceived estimates of IPV rates for same-sex friends, but not estimates for same-sex typical students, were positively related with the participants’ own IPV behaviors. Findings have important implications for IPV prevention and intervention programs for college students.

Target Congruence as a Means of Understanding Risk of Intimate Partner Violence: A Comparison of Male and Female College Students in the United States

2018 ◽  
Vol 65 (13) ◽  
pp. 1823-1849 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate Elvey ◽  
Susan McNeeley
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
The United States ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Routine Activities ◽  
College Campuses ◽  
Female College Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Sexual Intimate Partner Violence

This study examines the effects of routine activities and target congruence—or the extent to which an individual’s characteristics match up with offenders’ needs, motives, or reactivities—on intimate partner violence. We also examine whether the effect of target congruence is moderated by gender. Using a nationwide sample of more than 74,000 students from 129 universities across the United States, the results show that indicators of target antagonism, target gratifiability, and target vulnerability are associated with risk of physical and sexual intimate partner violence and that the importance of specific risk factors varies by gender. The results highlight the importance of target congruence in understanding victimization, and provide information that can direct policies to prevent intimate partner violence on college campuses.

On the linkage between sexual violence victimization and intimate partner violence outcomes among male and female college students

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 257-268 ◽  
Author(s):  
Caitlyn N. Meade ◽  
Wesley G. Jennings ◽  
Angela R. Gover ◽  
Tara N. Richards
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Female College Students ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Female College

Purpose A robust literature exists documenting the association between child maltreatment and later life adverse outcomes. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between sexual abuse victimization and later life intimate partner violence (IPV) outcomes among male and female college students, which has been less frequently evaluated despite this wealth of evidence. Design/methodology/approach Relying on data from 4,162 male and female college students, the current study provides a multivariate analysis of the linkage between sexual abuse victimization and intimate partner victimization, perpetration, and being an IPV victim-offender. Findings Results reveal a statistically significant association between sexual abuse victimization and being an IPV victim, offender, or victim-offender in young adulthood. In addition, these findings are still observed once a host of risk and the demographic factors are incorporated into the model for females, but not for males. Originality/value This study highlights the importance of sexual violence and IPV prevention and intervention strategies for college-aged youth.

Intimate Partner Violence Among Same-Sex Couples in College: A Propensity Score Analysis

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (8) ◽  
pp. 1583-1610 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laurie M. Graham ◽  
Todd M. Jensen ◽  
Ashley D. Givens ◽  
Gary L. Bowen ◽  
Cynthia F. Rizo
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Propensity Score ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Physical Injury ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Propensity Score Weighting ◽  
Same Sex Couples ◽  
Confounding Variables

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a pervasive social issue with numerous detrimental effects on individuals, families, and society. Existing research and a social-ecological minority stress framework suggest, as compared with mixed-sex couples, those in same-sex relationships may be at heightened risk for perpetrating and experiencing IPV. Using a U.S. sample of college students ( N = 4,081), this secondary data analysis contrasted the prevalence of five forms of IPV (i.e., physical, sexual, psychological, injury, any type) between those in mixed-sex ( n = 3,960) and those in same-sex ( n = 121) intimate partnerships. Comparative analyses were supplemented with propensity score weighting to help balance members of mixed-sex and same-sex relationships across eight potentially confounding variables (e.g., biological sex, age). Prior to the application of propensity score weighting, results suggested those in same-sex relationships are significantly more likely to perpetrate and/or experience IPV resulting in physical injury. Results from post-weighting analyses retained the significance and magnitude of model estimates. Taken together, results suggest, as compared with mixed-sex couples, U.S. college students in same-sex couples have greater odds of experiencing IPV perpetration and victimization resulting in physical injury, even after accounting for the influence of several potentially confounding variables. Findings support the utility and future application of propensity score analytic techniques in this type of research as well as the importance of recognizing the unique IPV risk and service needs of people in same-sex relationships.

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