A Framework for Treating Partner Aggressive Women

Authors: Dowd, Lynn; Leisring, Penny A.

Source: Violence and Victims, Volume 23, Number 2, 2008 , pp. 249-263(15)

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

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Abstract:

Women are increasingly referred to intervention programs to address their use of physical violence against intimate partners. This article reviews the scant treatment outcome and attrition literature for partner aggressive women and describes important characteristics of partner aggressive women that must be taken into consideration in designing treatment. Recommended treatment modules are described in detail and include skill-building to enhance safety planning, conflict management, emotional regulation, communication and negotiation, and stress management. Additional modules should be included for some women based on individualized needs. These may include parenting skills and education and referral for treatment of conditions that undermine emotional stability, such as posttraumatic stress symptoms, substance abuse, and mood disorders. Treatment structure is outlined and pragmatic issues regarding the implementation of treatment are discussed. Interventions for partner aggressive woman must be designed to address women's victimization experiences as well as their perpetration.

Keywords: WOMEN; DOMESTIC VIOLENCE; PARTNER AGGRESSION; TREATMENT INTERVENTION

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/0886-6708.23.2.249

Publication date: 2008-04-01

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Violence and Victims discusses theory, research, policy, and clinical practice in the area of interpersonal violence and victimization across such disciplines as psychology, sociology, criminology, law, medicine, nursing, psychiatry, and social work.
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