Intimate Partner Violence: Gendered Discourses Within a Human Context

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 141-169
Author(s):  
Sarah Hopkins
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Cultural Discourses ◽  
Couple Violence ◽  
High Incidence ◽  
Femininity And Masculinity ◽  
The Media ◽  
Situational Couple Violence ◽  
Male Perpetration

Dominant cultural discourses of femininity and masculinity may intersect to perpetuate the high incidence of intimate partner violence, thereby framing the phenomena as a human issue. Our understanding of female and male perpetration of violence is thwarted by several complications, thereby convoluting understandings of bi-directional violence perpetration. Situational couple violence also provides evidence that IPV is a shared human issue. Dominant cultural discourses related to masculinity and femininity uncovered through the media, the justice system, and types of service provision show intersections that perpetuate IPV experiences. Recommendations to better support both offenders and victims drawn from the examination of discourses are suggested.

An Empirical Test of Johnson's Typology of Intimate Partner Violence in Two Samples of Men

Partner Abuse ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 180-198
Author(s):  
Denise A. Hines ◽  
Emily M. Douglas
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Empirical Test ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Male Victims ◽  
Intimate Terrorism ◽  
Couple Violence ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
Situational Couple Violence

Johnson's typology of intimate partner violence (IPV) postulates four types: intimate terrorism (IT), situational couple violence (SCV), violent resistance (VR), and mutual violent control (MVC). Johnson asserts that IT (i.e., severe violence is part of the perpetrator's use of coercive control and power) is primarily perpetrated by men and can be solely explained by patriarchal theory and MVC is rare. These assertions are based on results from samples that included data only on women and victimization. This study tests Johnson's typology using a population-based sample of men and a sample of male IPV victims. Results showed that women were the primary perpetrators of IT, while men primarily used VR. SCV was more common in the population-based sample than in the male victims sample. MVC was just as common as IT in the population-based sample, while IT was more common than MVC in the male victims sample. We compare our results with Johnson's and discuss issues of sampling biases and the need for more complex underlying theories.

Media Portrayals of Athlete-Perpetrated Intimate Partner Violence: An Examination of the Social Ecological Model, Race, and Communication Perceptions

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-32
Author(s):  
Jennifer A. Scarduzio ◽  
Christina S. Walker ◽  
Nicky Lewis ◽  
Anthony M. Limperos
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
National Football League ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Social Ecological Model ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Ultimate Fighting Championship ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Media

This study examined how participants responded to incidents of athlete-perpetrated intimate partner violence in two separate contexts: one featuring an athlete from a league that is at peak popularity among sports audiences (National Football League; NFL) and one featuring an athlete from an up-and-coming league that currently has a lower standing in professional sports (Ultimate Fighting Championship League; UFC). The authors used the social ecological model to qualitatively analyze participant perceptions about athlete-perpetrated intimate partner violence composite news packages. For the purpose of this study specifically, they centered on 1,124 responses to one of the open-ended qualitative questions asked in a larger quantitative experiment. The authors found that the participants most frequently attributed the perpetrator’s behavior to either individual or relationship-level reasons and that there were differences in the level attributed for participants of different races and ethnicities. They also determined that the participants were more likely to ascribe the violence to the suspect’s job (i.e., athlete) if they were a UFC fighter than an NFL player. Theoretical extensions of the social ecological model and practical implications for journalists, the media, and fans are offered.

scholarly journals Community interventions related to intimate partner violence among adolescents: scope review

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (1) ◽  
pp. 277-286 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafaela Gessner Lourenço ◽  
Lucimara Fabiana Fornari ◽  
Danyelle Leonette Araújo dos Santos ◽  
Rosa Maria Godoy Serpa da Fonseca
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Sexual Relationships ◽  
School Level ◽  
Community Interventions ◽  
Healthy Relationships ◽  
Femininity And Masculinity

ABSTRACT Objective: To map the successful experiences of interventions aimed at coping with violence among intimate partners in adolescence, in the light of the gender and generation categories. Method: Scope review carried out in the MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus and PsycINFO databases. We selected primary, empirical, quantitative and qualitative studies published in three languages. Results: From the 3,234 articles found, 31 made up the review. Most of the interventions were carried out at the school level, with focus of interest in developing skills to maintain healthy relationships; types of violence; knowledge of non-violent alternatives to conflict resolution; resources to assist those involved; and role of friends as interveners. Final Considerations: Interventions to confront this phenomenon can modify the affective and sexual relationships in adolescence. In addition to the generation category, the actions should incorporate the gender perspective, related to the processes of construction of femininity and masculinity.

Evaluating Measures of Intimate Partner Violence Using Consensus-Based Standards of Validity

2021 ◽  
pp. 152483802110134
Author(s):  
Erin F. Alexander ◽  
Bethany L. Backes ◽  
Matthew D. Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
A Priori ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Assessment Instrument ◽  
Measurement Instruments ◽  
Health Measurement ◽  
Couple Violence ◽  
Psychometric Evidence

The assessment of intimate partner violence (IPV) by mental health, medical, and criminal justice practitioners occurs routinely. The validity of the assessment instrument they use impacts practitioners’ ability to judge ongoing risk, establish the type of IPV occurring, protect potential victims, and intervene effectively. Yet, there is no known compendium of existing assessment measures. The purpose of this article is threefold: (1) to present a systematic review of measures used to identify or predict IPV, (2) to determine which of these measures have psychometric evidence to support their use, and (3) to determine whether any existing measure is capable of differentiating between situational couple violence and intimate terrorism. A systematic search was conducted using PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES, PubMed, and MEDLINE. Studies on the reliability or validity of specific measures of IPV were included, regardless of format, length, discipline, or type of IPV assessed. A total of 222 studies, on the psychometric properties of 87 unique measures, met our a priori criteria and were included in the review. We described the reliability and validity of the 87 measures. We rated the measures based on the Consensus-based Standards for the Selection of Health Measurement Instruments–revised criteria and other established validity criteria, which allowed us to generate a list of recommended measures. We also discussed measures designed to differentiate IPV types. We conclude by describing the strengths and weaknesses of existing measures and by suggesting new avenues for researchers to enhance the assessment of IPV.

Sex, Gender, and Relationship Type in the Relational Uncertainty of Victims of Partner Violence

Partner Abuse ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica J. Eckstein
Keyword(s):  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Relational Uncertainty ◽  
Relationship Type ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Intimate Terrorism ◽  
Couple Violence ◽  
Situational Couple Violence ◽  
And Gender

Intimate partner violence (IPV) affects victims in ways beyond initial abuse experiences. This study examines one of these victim experiences, that of relational uncertainty. Former IPV (N = 345, n = 106 males, 239 females) victims completed surveys based on their former heterosexual romantic relationships. Results indicated that male and female relational uncertainty experiences differed and corresponded with type of IPV relationship (i.e., situational couple violence [SCV] or intimate terrorism [IT]) and gender (i.e., masculinity) affiliation. Results are discussed in terms of how they both reinforce and challenge current theorizing about IPV and relational uncertainty. Both scholarly implications and practical applications to victims are presented.

Risk factors for male perpetration of intimate partner violence: A review

2021 ◽  
Vol 56 ◽  
pp. 101532
Author(s):  
Camille A. Clare ◽  
Gabriela Velasquez ◽  
Gabriela M. Mujica Martorell ◽  
David Fernandez ◽  
Jacqueline Dinh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Male Perpetration

Intimate Partner Violence Among Married Male U.S. Army Soldiers: Ethnicity as a Factor in Self-Reported Perpetration and Victimization

2002 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 607-622 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leora N. Rosen ◽  
Angela Moore Parmley ◽  
Kathryn H. Knudson ◽  
Peggy Fancher
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Intimate Terrorism ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Couple Violence ◽  
Common Couple Violence ◽  
Army Soldiers ◽  
Married Male

Correlates of self-reported intimate partner violence (IPV) were examined among 488 married male U.S. Army soldiers. Study results were examined within the framework of Johnson’s (1995) typology, which proposes that there are two main types of IPV, common couple violence and intimate terrorism. We predicted that poor marital adjustment would be associated with minor violence, hypothesized to be indicative of common couple violence. We also predicted that psychological and behavioral characteristics associated with perpetrators of IPV would be more strongly correlated with severe inflicted aggression—a pattern hypothesized to be indicative of intimate terrorism. The results, based on a multivariate analysis of covariance, generally supported our hypotheses. Furthermore, the higher levels of IPV reported by Black respondents in this study were associated with the pattern hypothesized to be characteristic of common couple violence.

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