Adulthood Animal Abuse Among Men Arrested for Domestic Violence

Febres, Jeniimarie; Brasfield, Hope; Shorey, Ryan C.; Elmquist, JoAnna; Ninnemann, Andrew; Schonbrun, Yael Chatav; Temple, Jeffrey; Recupero, Patricia R.; Stuart, Gregory L.

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“…In contrast to the 0.28% prevalence rate of animal abuse by women in the general public (Vaughn et al, 2009), adulthood animal abuse was overrepresented (17%) in this sample of women court-referred to BIPs. This is consistent with our hypothesis and existing literature showing an overrepresentation of animal abuse reported by men court-referred to BIPs (Febres et al, 2011) and provides preliminary evidence that aggression may be pervasive for some women who perpetrate IPV. Future research should examine the prevalence of adulthood animal abuse in samples of IPV perpetrators as this may provide additional insight into the nature of their aggressive tendencies and whether aggression may be a pervasive trait for some women.…”

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“…In addition, male perpetrators of IPV have been known to threaten to harm their female partners’ pets, which has been considered a form of coercion or control and an amplification of existing emotional abuse (Carlisle-Frank, Frank, & Nielsen, 2004; Faver & Strand, 2003; Johnson, 2006; Loring & Bolden-Hines, 2004). Finally, adulthood animal abuse has been found to be overrepresented in samples of males mandated to BIPs as compared to rates found in the general public (Febres et al, 2011; Vaughn et al, 2009). This further suggests that aggression may be a pervasive way for some male perpetrators of IPV to interact with their environment, while other men may limit their aggression to intimate relationships.…”

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Adulthood Animal Abuse Among Women Court-Referred to Batterer Intervention Programs

Febres

Shorey

Brasfield

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J Interpers Violence

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The substantial increase in the enrollment of women in batterer intervention programs (BIPs) over the past thirty years has greatly outpaced research on women who perpetrate intimate partner violence (IPV). As a result, it is unknown whether existing programs, which were originally designed to treat male perpetrators, are effective at preventing recidivism among women. Recent research shows that men who perpetrate IPV may also aggress against non-intimate partners, children, and animals, and that the reach of their aggressive tendencies has implications for treatment. Conducting similar investigations on women who perpetrate IPV may help to inform treatment delivery in BIPs. This study examined the prevalence of adulthood animal abuse perpetration and its association with psychological and physical IPV perpetration in a sample of women arrested for domestic violence (N= 87). Seventeen percent (n= 15) of the women committed at least one act of animal abuse since the age of 18, in contrast to the 0.28% prevalence rate reported in the general population. The overrepresentation of animal abuse in this sample was consistent with that of men arrested for domestic violence. Further, women who reported committing animal abuse as an adult showed moderately higher rates of psychological aggression and physical assault perpetration against their partners, relative to women who did not report animal abuse. Implications for future research are discussed.

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Adulthood Animal Abuse Among Women Court-Referred to Batterer Intervention Programs

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Shorey

Brasfield

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J Interpers Violence

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“…Animal cruelty featured in several accounts of the perpetrators (the link between perpetrating animal abuse and domestic violence is well established in the literature (Febres et al . ) and the women stated that the men often had criminal records and were known to Police already.…”

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‘I Know it was Every Week, but I Can't be Sure if it was Every Day: Domestic Violence and Women with Learning Disabilities

McCarthy

Hunt

Milne-Skillman

2016

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BackgroundDomestic violence against women is well researched in the general population, but much less so in relation to women with learning disabilities. This qualitative research study interviewed 15 women with learning disabilities who had experienced domestic violence about their experiences, the impact of the violence on them and their children, their coping strategies and help seeking behaviour.Materials and methodsSemistructured in‐depth interviews were conducted. Data were analysed using Inter‐pretive Phenomenological Analysis. A service user advisory group helped at particular stages, notably at the formative stage and with dissemination, especially the production of accessible materials, including a DVD.ResultsThe violence experienced by many of the women was severe and frequent. It impacted negatively on their physical and psychological well‐being. The women's awareness of refuges and others sources of help was generally low.ConclusionsHealthcare and social care professionals have a clear remit to help women with learning disabilities to avoid and escape violent relationships.

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“…New legal definitions and legislation, brought about by changing social opinions and increased public awareness, and scientific evidence of a link between animal abuse and interpersonal violence, have increased prosecution of crimes against animals in the past few years and have heightened the need for involvement of veterinary specialists in medicolegal investigations . Animal abuse is categorized as physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse .…”

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Forensic Radiology and Imaging for Veterinary Radiologists

Watson

Heng

2017

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Imaging studies are often of evidentiary value in medicolegal investigations involving animals and the role of the veterinary radiologist is to interpret those images for courts as an expert or opinion witness. With progressing interest in prosecuting animal crimes and strengthening of penalties for crimes against animals, the participation of veterinary radiologists in medicolegal investigations is expected to increase. Veterinary radiologists who are aware of radiographic and imaging signs that result in animal suffering, abuse, or neglect; knowledgeable in ways radiology and imaging may support cause of death determinations; conversant in postmortem imaging; comfortable discussing mechanisms and timing of blunt or sharp force and projectile trauma in imaging; and prepared to identify mimics of abuse can assist court participants in understanding imaging evidence. The goal of this commentary review is to familiarize veterinary radiologists with the forensic radiology and imaging literature and with the advantages and disadvantages of various imaging modalities utilized in forensic investigations. Another goal is to provide background information for future research studies in veterinary forensic radiology and imaging.

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Adulthood Animal Abuse Among Men Arrested for Domestic Violence

Cited by 71 publications

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Adulthood Animal Abuse Among Women Court-Referred to Batterer Intervention Programs

Adulthood Animal Abuse Among Women Court-Referred to Batterer Intervention Programs

‘I Know it was Every Week, but I Can't be Sure if it was Every Day: Domestic Violence and Women with Learning Disabilities

Forensic Radiology and Imaging for Veterinary Radiologists

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