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Taking Responsibility: A Psychological Profile of Men Attending a Domestic Violence Group Work Intervention Program in New South Wales, Australia

NCJ Number
248259
Journal
Journal of Interpersonal Violence Volume: 29 Issue: 14 Dated: September 2014 Pages: 2610-2629
Author(s)
Timothy R. Broady; Rebecca Gray; Irene Gaffney
Date Published
September 2014
Length
20 pages
Annotation

This research seeks to investigate specific characteristics that influence the propensity to behave violently.

Abstract

Domestic violence is a significant social issue with serious implications for victims, families, and the wider community. The present research seeks to investigate specific characteristics that influence the propensity to behave violently. This first stage of a research-based evaluation identifies key differences between men attending a group work intervention program and the general community in terms of gender equity beliefs, self-esteem, personal mastery, and psychological distress. These findings not only provide valuable information for the provision of intervention services but also form a basis that future research may build on in evaluating the effectiveness of such programs. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage Journals.