Review
Criminology & Penology
Chelsea M. Spencer, Sandra M. Stith, Bryan Cafferky
Summary: This study aimed to synthesize data on risk markers for physical IPV perpetration among men and women between 1980 and 2018. The strongest risk markers were found to be related to other acts of violence and relationship dynamics, highlighting potential factors for prevention and intervention work. Additionally, significant differences in strength for certain risk markers between men and women were identified, allowing for more specific intervention strategies.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Natalie Low, Nina S. Mounts
Summary: This study found that financial stress during the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacts the well-being of both parents and adolescents. Financial stress is positively associated with parents' psychological distress and parenting stress, as well as with adolescent loneliness.
Review
Criminology & Penology
Patrizia Velotti, Guyonne Rogier, Sara Beomonte Zobel, Antonio Chirumbolo, Giulio Cesare Zavattini
Summary: The attachment theory provides a useful framework for interpreting intimate partner violence perpetration, with significant effect sizes found for both the anxiety and avoidance dimensions. While anxiety showed consistent effect sizes across all types of violence, avoidance had varying effect sizes depending on the type of violence considered.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Ashley D. Maxie-Moreman, Brendesha M. Tynes
Summary: This study examines the associations among online racial discrimination, traumatic events online, and trauma symptoms specific to racial discrimination in a sample of 245 Black youth, and finds positive associations between online racial discrimination, traumatic events online, and trauma symptoms of discrimination. The study also shows that gender identity does not significantly moderate these associations.
JOURNAL OF RESEARCH ON ADOLESCENCE
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Sasha-Lee Heekes, Chloe B. Kruger, Soraya N. Lester, Catherine L. Ward
Summary: Despite global shifts towards prevention of school corporal punishment, the practice remains widespread and is associated with physical, academic, mental health, and behavioral problems for children. Boys, Black students (in the US), and students exposed to violence at home are most at risk of corporal punishment.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Pertice Moffitt, Wendy Aujla, Crystal J. Giesbrecht, Isabel Grant, Anna-Lee Straatman
Summary: The pre-existing vulnerability and risk for intimate partner violence in rural, remote, and northern parts of Canada has been worsened by COVID-19. This commentary focuses on the unique impact of COVID-19 on intimate partner violence in these areas, including its effects on victims and service providers. Recommendations for enhanced safety planning, alternative housing, and further research in the COVID-19 era are provided.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Kristi E. Gamarel, Laura Jadwin-Cakmak, Wesley M. King, Ashley Lacombe-Duncan, Racquelle Trammell, Lilianna A. Reyes, Cierra Burks, Bre Rivera, Emily Arnold, Gary W. Harper
Summary: This study aimed to understand the manifestations and consequences of stigma experienced by transgender women of color in their dating or romantic relationships. The findings revealed that transgender women of color experienced different forms of anti-transgender interpersonal stigma when seeking romantic relationships, leading to significant gender-based violence consequences.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Katie M. Edwards, Emily A. Waterman, Sarah E. Ullman, Lindsey M. Rodriguez, Christina M. Dardis, Emily R. Dworkin
Summary: This study evaluated an intervention aimed at improving positive social reactions to disclosures of sexual assault and partner violence among college students. The intervention showed effectiveness in increasing intentions for positive social reactions, but did not result in overall differences in actual social reactions provided. Moderation analyses indicated that the intervention was more effective for certain groups of students.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Anouk Goemans, Essi Viding, Eamon McCrory
Summary: Children who experience maltreatment are more likely to be victimized by their peers, and this has additive effects on their mental health outcomes. Evidence suggests that altered neurocognitive functioning following maltreatment may contribute to increased vulnerability to peer victimization. Understanding these mechanisms is crucial for providing effective support and prevention of peer victimization.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2023)
Article
Family Studies
Veronica Renov, Lauren Risser, Rachel Berger, Tammy Hurley, Andres Villaveces, Sarah DeGue, Abigail Katz, Cynterria Henderson, Kelly Premo, Janine Talis, Judy C. Chang, Maya Ragavan
Summary: This study explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on CPS caseworkers and administrators in the United States, revealing changes in their investigation and service provision methods. Additionally, CPS workers faced personal barriers during the pandemic and implemented creative solutions to support children and families.
CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Yingying Su, Carl D'Arcy, Xiangfei Meng
Summary: Research has shown that maternal childhood maltreatment has a small but significant effect on offspring's depression and internalizing behaviors, with maternal depression and ethnicity acting as moderators. Non-Caucasian offspring of mothers who experienced childhood maltreatment are at a higher risk of mental health problems. This review highlights the need for policies to reduce maternal maltreatment, as it can have lasting effects on multiple generations.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Christina J. Cross, Paula Fomby, Bethany Letiecq
Summary: The debate on the importance of family structure for child outcomes in the field of family science and family policy lacks a comprehensive understanding of the impact of structural racism and heteropatriarchy on diverse Black families. From a critical intersectional perspective, the current conceptual models comparing family structure statuses without considering structural racism and interlinked heteropatriarchal conditions are problematic. A new conceptual model is proposed to integrate structural racism and heteropatriarchy in examining the significance of family structure statuses for child outcomes.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY THEORY & REVIEW
(2022)
Article
Economics
Soomin Ryu, Lu Fan
Summary: This study found a significant association between financial worries and psychological distress, particularly among the unmarried, the unemployed, lower-income households, and renters. Therefore, accessible financial counseling programs and public health intervention programs are crucial in mitigating financial worries and its negative impacts on psychological health.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY AND ECONOMIC ISSUES
(2023)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Abay Woday Tadesse, Setegn Mihret Tarekegn, Gebeyaw Biset Wagaw, Muluken Dessalegn Muluneh, Ayesheshim Muluneh Kassa
Summary: In Ethiopia, married women are at high risk of experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Illiteracy, illiteracy of the husband, substance use by the husband, and community tolerance towards violence are identified as independent predictors of IPV against married women.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Shuqing Xu, Jun Ren, Fenfen Li, Lei Wang, Shumei Wang
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and factors influencing bullying among vocational school students in China and found differences between genders and professions. The results indicate that bullying is widespread in vocational schools and requires multiple measures to reduce its occurrence and consequences. These measures include enhancing students' understanding and coping abilities, identifying victims and vulnerable groups, implementing school-based interventions, involving parents in prevention programs, and promoting students' sense of responsibility and creating a friendly environment.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Camila Regina Lotto, Elisa Rachel Pisani Altafim, Maria Beatriz Martins Linhares
Summary: Adverse childhood experiences have negative impacts on future violence, victimization, perpetration, health, and lifelong development. This study systematically reviewed empirical studies on the association between maternal childhood adversity in a familial context and later negative parenting. The findings showed significant direct associations between maternal childhood adversities and negative parenting with their children, as well as a significant association between parental stress and a maternal history of childhood adversities.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2023)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Taylor D. Molstad, Justin M. Weinhardt, Rihannon Jones
Summary: Sexual assault is a common and significant experience for university students, which negatively impacts their academic achievement, including lower grades, dropout rates, and learning difficulties. This systematic review highlights the need for comprehensive research on the academic consequences of sexual assault in university settings. The findings have practical implications for universities, psychological service providers, and victims themselves in understanding the multifaceted consequences of sexual assault.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2023)
Article
Family Studies
Heidi Moseson, Laura Fix, Caitlin Gerdts, Sachiko Ragosta, Jen Hastings, Ari Stoeffler, Eli A. Goldberg, Mitchell R. Lunn, Annesa Flentje, Matthew R. Capriotti, Micah E. Lubensky, Juno Obedin-Maliver
Summary: The study found that a portion of TGE individuals consider or attempt to have abortions without clinical supervision, citing reasons such as perceived efficiency, desire for privacy, and structural issues like lack of health insurance coverage.
BMJ SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Isabel Eggers del Campo, Janina Isabel Steinert
Summary: Women's economic empowerment is crucial for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and has the potential to reduce intimate partner violence (IPV). The relationship between economic empowerment and the risk of IPV is subject to debate. A meta-analysis of 19 randomized controlled trials shows that women's economic empowerment is associated with a significant reduction in emotional, sexual, and physical IPV. However, there is evidence that some interventions may increase IPV in the form of controlling behavior and dominance over financial resources. It is important to prioritize women's safety and closely monitor potential risks in designing economic empowerment programs.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Nicole L. Kovski, Heather D. Hill, Stephen J. Mooney, Frederick P. Rivara, Erin R. Morgan, Ali Rowhani-Rahbar
Summary: Research shows that policies strengthening the economic security of low-income families can reduce the risk of child maltreatment, especially neglect. Specifically, increasing the generosity of state-level refundable EITC benefits is associated with a decrease in state-level child maltreatment reports.
CHILD MALTREATMENT
(2022)
