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Role of Dissociation in the Cycle of Violence

NCJ Number
247912
Journal
Journal of Family Violence Volume: 29 Issue: 2 Dated: February 2014 Pages: 99-107
Author(s)
Nicole V. Daisy; Denise A. Hien
Date Published
February 2014
Length
9 pages
Annotation
The primary aim of this study was to examine the role of dissociation in the relationship between child maltreatment and intimate partner violence among 148 inner city women.
Abstract
The primary aim of this study was to examine the role of dissociation in the relationship between child maltreatment and intimate partner violence among 148 inner city women. It was proposed that dissociation would be a mediator in the relationship between child maltreatment and intimate partner perpetration. Overall, the hypothesis was supported. Findings revealed that women with a history of child maltreatment who experienced high levels of dissociation were more likely to be perpetrators of intimate partner violence than those with low levels of dissociation. Abstract published by arrangement with Springer.