Article
Psychology, Clinical
Gerard Chung, Paul Lanier, Peace Yuh Ju Wong
Summary: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parents in Singapore faced increased stress and challenges in balancing remote work and parenting responsibilities. This study explores how the perceived impact of COVID-19 affects parenting stress, ultimately leading to decreased parent-child relationship closeness and increased harsh parenting behaviors. The findings highlight the need for support services to mitigate the negative effects of COVID-19 on parents and children.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Sarah Treves-Kagan, Amber Peterman, Nisha C. Gottfredson, Andres Villaveces, Kathryn E. Moracco, Suzanne Maman
Summary: Intimate partner violence affects over a third of Latin American women, leading to significant health, economic, and social consequences. A study found that increasing the status of women can reduce IPV, and highlighted the protective effect of increased decision-making participation at both the household and neighborhood levels.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Mark E. Feinberg, Jacqueline A. Mogle, Jin-Kyung Lee, Samantha L. Tornello, Michelle L. Hostetler, Joseph A. Cifelli, Sunhye Bai, Emily Hotez
Summary: The study found a significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on family, especially in terms of children's psychological problems and parental depression. Mothers and families with lower income are more likely to experience deteriorating family functioning.
Review
Criminology & Penology
Anastasia Kourti, Androniki Stavridou, Eleni Panagouli, Theodora Psaltopoulou, Chara Spiliopoulou, Maria Tsolia, Theodoros N. Sergentanis, Artemis Tsitsika
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in domestic violence cases worldwide, especially during the first week of lockdown. However, reports of child maltreatment and abuse have declined during the pandemic, possibly due to school closures.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Amalesh Sharma, Sourav Bikash Borah
Summary: The purpose of this study is to explore the links between Covid-19 and domestic violence, uncover the potential reasons for the increase in domestic violence cases due to the pandemic, and argue that the rising incidence of domestic violence may lead to economic and social crises. Based on various statistics and insights regarding domestic violence, the authors find clear links between Covid-19 and domestic violence, which also have impacts on the economy and society. The study reveals that measures to control the transmission of the virus have led to an increase in domestic violence incidents, driven by factors such as job losses, reduced income, prolonged domestic stays, and exposure to harmful habits during stay-at-home orders. These increases in domestic violence further contribute to economic and social crises due to the form and severity of the violence, the burden on governments, resource crises, and decreased productivity.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Shawna J. Lee, Kaitlin P. Ward, Joyce Y. Lee, Christina M. Rodriguez
Summary: The study found that parents' perceived social isolation and recent employment loss were associated with the risk of child maltreatment (including neglect, verbal aggression, and physical punishment), even after controlling for parental depressive symptoms, income, and sociodemographic factors. The results highlight the need for mental health support for parents and children to alleviate the strain caused by COVID-19.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Cliff Yung-Chi Chen, Elena Byrne, Tanya Velez
Summary: During the early stages of the 2020 pandemic, low-income and minority parents were more likely to face economic and practical hardships, while high-income, White parents were more likely to experience stress in structuring home learning environments and planning activities for their children at home.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY ISSUES
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Anita Stubbs, Cassandra Szoeke
Summary: Research shows that intimate partner violence has negative effects on women's physical health, including worsening menopausal symptoms, increasing the risk of diabetes, contracting sexually transmitted infections, engaging in risky behaviors, developing chronic diseases and pain. It also impacts HIV outcomes. Further long-term studies are needed in this field to better inform healthcare for women who have experienced IPV.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Hongwei Zhang
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on family violence in China, possibly due to increased family conflicts, economic distress, tension among family members, and inadequate support for victims.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Minna Lyons, Gayle Brewer
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a substantial impact on IPV victims, often leading to an escalation in the severity of violence experienced. Victims reported experiences such as abusers using COVID-19 as a tool, disruptions in services, preparation to leave, and factors that increase abuse or distress. These experiences during the pandemic are crucial for informing interventions and providing guidance and support to IPV victims during crises.
JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Michele Giannotti, Noemi Mazzoni, Arianna Bentenuto, Paola Venuti, Simona de Falco
Summary: During the COVID-19 outbreak in Italy, parental stress (especially in mothers) and children's externalizing behaviors increased during the lockdown period. Factors such as coparenting, time dedicated to children, and parental stress play significant roles in family adjustment.
Article
Criminology & Penology
Roberta Liggett O'Malley, Karen Holt, Thomas J. Holt
Summary: Incels, short for involuntary celibates, discuss challenges in sexual relationships in online communities. Reports have shown that the incel culture is misogynistic and supports violence, with links to violent incidents. An analysis of over 8,000 posts in two online incel communities reveals that norms in this subculture revolve around the sexual market, negative views of women, legitimizing masculinity, male oppression, and violence. This study sheds light on the role of the internet in radicalizing extremist groups.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Review
Family Studies
Maria Gayatri, Dian Kristiani Irawaty
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant impacts on the mental health of families, including anxiety, stress, and depression. Building a sense of togetherness, trust, cohesion, and happiness through daily practices of gratitude, healthy communication, and positive activities is essential in promoting family wellbeing in times of crisis.
Article
Criminology & Penology
Rebecca E. Lacey, Laura D. Howe, Michelle Kelly-Irving, Mel Bartley, Yvonne Kelly
Summary: This study explores the clustering of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and its relationship with gender and poverty. The findings reveal that ACEs cluster in specific patterns and poverty is strongly related to it.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Esperanza Debby Ng, Joelle Yan Xin Chua, Shefaly Shorey
Summary: This systematic review examines the effectiveness of educational interventions in reducing traditional bullying and cyberbullying behaviors among adolescents. The findings suggest that existing interventions have a small effect on reducing bullying frequencies. Further research is needed to identify key factors that enhance the effectiveness of educational programs or develop alternative forms of anti-bullying interventions.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Thomas Lyttelton, Emma Zang, Kelly Musick
Summary: Telecommuting has different impacts on mothers and fathers in paid and unpaid work before and during the pandemic, playing a role in reducing gender gaps and maintaining work hours for mothers but exacerbating inequalities in housework and disruptions to paid work.
JOURNAL OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY
(2022)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Leila Wood, Rachel Voth Schrag, Elizabeth Baumler, Dixie Hairston, Shannon Guillot-Wright, Elizabeth Torres, Jeff R. Temple
Summary: In the face of increasing risk for intimate partner violence (IPV) and sexual assault during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is urgent to understand the experiences of frontline workers providing support to survivors. Through an online survey of IPV and sexual assault workforce, this study found that staff members are experiencing more personal and professional stressors, perceiving a decrease in client safety, and lacking resources needed to help survivors and themselves. The shift to remote service provision and reductions in overall service capacity have implications for both survivors and staff, highlighting the need for additional training, infrastructure, and support.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Sarah M. Peitzmeier, Lisa Fedina, Louise Ashwell, Todd I. Herrenkohl, Rich Tolman
Summary: Measures to contain the global COVID-19 pandemic resulted in stay-at-home orders across the world, leading to concerns about a global surge in intimate partner violence (IPV). A survey conducted in Michigan found that while the overall prevalence of IPV did not significantly change during the COVID-19 pandemic, there were increases in the severity of IPV and new cases occurring in previously non-abusive relationships.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
Review
Criminology & Penology
Sarah E. Ullman
Summary: Sexual assault and intimate partner violence often result in negative social reactions when victims disclose their experiences. This systematic review identified various factors that contribute to these reactions, such as race, education, sexual orientation, trauma history, and post-assault factors like psychological symptoms and coping strategies. The study also highlighted the importance of disclosure characteristics and the intended reactions of recipients. Future research should further explore these factors within a theoretical framework, while clinical interventions should focus on reducing negative reactions and increasing support from informal sources.
TRAUMA VIOLENCE & ABUSE
(2023)
Article
Criminology & Penology
Ashley Austin, Shelley L. Craig, Sandra D'Souza, Lauren B. McInroy
Summary: This study examines the influence of intervenable risk factors and protective factors on suicide risk among transgender youth. The findings highlight the significant impact of interpersonal microaggressions, internalized self-stigma, emotional neglect by family, and adverse childhood experiences on suicidality. The results have important implications for practice and policy, providing guidance for working with parents and caregivers of transgender youth and fostering belonging for transgender youth.
JOURNAL OF INTERPERSONAL VIOLENCE
(2022)
