The Broken Rainbow: Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 159-178
Author(s):  
Kirsty Farrugia ◽  
Beverly Abela
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Intimate Partner Relationships ◽  
Partner Relationships ◽  
And Bisexual

This paper focuses on same-sex intimate partner violence (SSIPV), the effects on the victim within a same-sex relationship, the services available locally for LGB victims, and the barriers encountered by the victims within the services. It explores whether the services offering aid to lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) victims of same-sex intimate partner relationships are effective, since locally there is not a service that offers specific SSIPV support yet. It inquires if the services are gay-affirmative by implementing gay-affirmative strategies, policies, and procedures. It aims to create awareness that same-sex intimate partner violence takes place so as to break the silence in relation to this matter locally. The paper also outlines the importance of having both LGBTIQ services and DV services for the victims to turn to, services they feel comfortable with and can disclose to.

scholarly journals Perceptions of Informal and Formal Coping Strategies for Intimate Partner Violence Among Gay and Bisexual Men

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 302-312 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryan Freeland ◽  
Tamar Goldenberg ◽  
Rob Stephenson
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Gay And Bisexual Men ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Bisexual Men ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Sources Of Support ◽  
And Bisexual

The prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) in same-sex male relationships has been reported to be at least as prevalent as is observed in female–male relationships. Though research has focused on understanding the prevalence and antecedents of IPV in male–male relationships, there is a paucity of data describing perceptions of coping strategies adopted by gay and bisexual men who may experience IPV. Ten focus group discussions were conducted with 64 gay and bisexual men in Atlanta, Georgia, between September 2013 and November 2013. Focus groups examined perceptions of how gay and bisexual men would respond to IPV and the IPV-coping services they would utilize. Thematic analysis was conducted to identify themes that describe how gay and bisexual men perceive existing IPV services and how they would use these services, if gay and bisexual men were to experience IPV. The results indicate that men experiencing IPV in male–male relationships do not have adequate access to IPV services that are tailored to their unique needs. As a result, there is a strong reliance on informal sources of support. Services are urgently needed to meet the unique needs of men experiencing IPV in same-sex relationships.

Victim, Police, and Prosecutorial Responses to Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence: A Comparative Approach

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 206-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brendan Lantz
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Comparative Approach ◽  
Sex Partners ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Opposite Sex ◽  
And Bisexual ◽  
Criminal Justice Response

Research on intimate partner violence (IPV) and the criminal justice response to such incidents is extensive, but the majority of this research has focused on IPV perpetrated by men against women in heterosexual partnerships. Yet, recent research has indicated that the prevalence of IPV among LGB (lesbian, gay, and bisexual) individuals may be as high as or higher than that of the general population. At the same time, a significant body of research has examined police and prosecutorial responses to IPV; again, the overwhelming majority of this research has also focused on heterosexual partners. Following this, the current research uses National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) data to create dyads of both opposite-sex (i.e., male–female and female–male) and same-sex partners (i.e., male–male and female–female) to investigate the joint relationship between sex, sexual orientation, and three different criminal justice outcomes: victim refusal to cooperate with police, police decision to arrest, and the prosecutorial decision to deny a case.

scholarly journals The Help-Seeking Process in Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence: a Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabrizio Santoniccolo ◽  
Tommaso Trombetta ◽  
Luca Rollè
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Policy Implications ◽  
Same Sex ◽  
Full Text Review ◽  
And Bisexual ◽  
Barriers To Services

Abstract Introduction Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence (SSIPV) is a complex issue that can be severely damaging. When involved in SSIPV, victims and perpetrators sometimes choose to seek help. The help-seeking process, however, can be difficult. Experiences of help-seeking seem to vary and may be positive or negative depending on several factors, some of which appear to be specific to lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) people involved in a same-sex relationship. Methods A systematic review of the literature has been conducted across four databases following the PRISMA statement guidelines. Out of 410 screened abstracts, 78 articles were selected for full-text review. Following the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 21 studies were included in the current review. Thematic analysis was conducted on these studies and results were discussed by three reviewers. Results Help-seekers tended to use informal sources of help, perceived to be ambivalently helpful. Formal sources tended to be utilized sparingly, except for counselors. Many formal sources were perceived to be unhelpful, and most of the studies identified several barriers to services that prevented effective help. Formal and helpful sources were perceived as knowledgeable and sensitive about LGB themes. Conclusions While existing research is limited, formal services that can provide effective care for SSIPV appear scarce. Barriers to services seem widespread, limiting accessibility. Policy Implications Existing services would benefit from increasing their knowledge and sensitivity on SSIPV-specific themes. The development of policies, programs, and interventions that aim to provide effective help is needed, as well as more research.

Internalized Sexual-Minority Stressors and Same-Sex Intimate Partner Violence

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin J. Lewis ◽  
Amana Carvalho ◽  
Valerian J. Derlega ◽  
Barbara A. Winstead ◽  
Claudia Viggiano
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Sexual Minority ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Same Sex
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