Intimate partner violence among service members and veterans: Differences by sex and rurality.

Albright, David L.; McDaniel, Justin T.; Godfrey, Kelli; Carlson, Catherine; Fletcher, Kari L.; Thomas, Kate Hendricks

doi:10.1037/trm0000236

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“…Over the years a growing number of studies have suggested that DVA experiences, both perpetration and victimisation, may be more prevalent among military compared to civilian populations [1][2][3][4][5] and more severe [6]. Data from ongoing UK research comparing DVA in the UK military to the UK civilian population is awaited.…”

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The experience of health and welfare workers in identifying and responding to domestic abuse among military personnel in the UK

Sparrow

Alves-Costa

Alves

et al. 2020

BMC Health Serv Res

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Background Awareness of domestic violence and abuse (DVA) as a problem among military personnel (serving and veterans) has grown in recent years, and there is a need for research to inform improvements in the identification of and response to DVA in this population. This study aimed to explore the experience of health and welfare professionals in identifying and responding to DVA among the UK military population (serving personnel and veterans). Methods Thirty-five semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted with health and welfare staff who work with serving UK military personnel and veterans. Interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. Results Three superordinate themes were identified: i) patterns of DVA observed by health and welfare workers (perceived gender differences in DVA experiences and role of mental health and alcohol); (ii) barriers to identification of and response to DVA (attitudinal/knowledge-based barriers and practical barriers), and iii) resource issues (training needs and access to services). Participants discussed how factors such as a culture of hypermasculinity, under-reporting of DVA, the perception of DVA as a “private matter” among military personnel, and lack of knowledge and awareness of emotional abuse and coercive controlling behaviour as abuse constitute barriers to identification and management of DVA. Healthcare providers highlighted the need for more integrated working between civilian and military services, to increase access to support and provide effective care to both victims and perpetrators. Furthermore, healthcare and welfare staff reflected on their training needs in the screening and management of DVA to improve practice. Conclusions There is a need for increased awareness of DVA, particularly of non-physical forms of abuse, and of male victimisation in the military. Standardised protocols for DVA management and systematic training are required to promote a consistent and appropriate response to DVA. There is a particular training need among healthcare and first-line welfare staff, who are largely relied upon to identify cases of DVA in the military. Employing DVA advocates within military and civilian healthcare settings may be useful in improving DVA awareness, management and access to specialist support.

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The experience of health and welfare workers in identifying and responding to domestic abuse among military personnel in the UK

Sparrow

Alves-Costa

Alves

et al. 2020

BMC Health Serv Res

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“…These comprised the Humiliation, Afraid, Rape, Kick (HARK) scale ( k = 3, 12.0%), and the Extended–Hurt, Insulted, Threaten, Scream (E-HITS) scale ( k = 2, 8.0%). Example items from brief measures ( k = 9, 36.0%) included: “Has an intimate partner ever threatened you with physical violence?”; “Has an intimate partner ever attempted physical violence against you?”; “Has an intimate partner ever hit, slapped, pushed, kicked, or hurt you in any way?” [ 54 , 59 , 60 ]. Other measures included the Family Maltreatment Measure ( k = 2), the Abusive Behaviour Inventory ( k = 1), and the Abuse Assessment Screen ( k = 1).…”

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Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Military and Veteran Populations: A Systematic Review of Population-Based Surveys and Population Screening Studies

Cowlishaw

Freijah

Kartal

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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Intimate partner violence (IPV) may be a major concern in military and veteran populations, and the aims of this systematic review were to (1) provide best available estimates of overall prevalence based on studies that are most representative of relevant populations, and (2) contextualise these via examination of IPV types, impacts, and context. An electronic search of PsycINFO, CINHAL, PubMed, and the Cochrane Library databases identified studies utilising population-based designs or population screening strategies to estimate prevalence of IPV perpetration or victimisation reported by active duty (AD) military personnel or veterans. Random effects meta-analyses were used for quantitative analyses and were supplemented by narrative syntheses of heterogeneous data. Thirty-one studies involving 172,790 participants were included in meta-analyses. These indicated around 13% of all AD personnel and veterans reported any recent IPV perpetration, and around 21% reported any recent victimisation. There were higher rates of IPV perpetration in studies of veterans and health service settings, but no discernible differences were found according to gender, era of service, or country of origin. Psychological IPV was the most common form identified, while there were few studies of IPV impacts, or coercive and controlling behaviours. The findings demonstrate that IPV perpetration and victimisation occur commonly among AD personnel and veterans and highlight a strong need for responses across military and veteran-specific settings. However, there are gaps in understanding of impacts and context for IPV, including coercive and controlling behaviours, which are priority considerations for future research and policy.

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“…Other at-risk groups include rural residents and military Veterans. Research suggests higher prevalence and severity of IPV for persons residing in rural communities, including IPV-related homicides and reduced access to care [62,63]. Additionally, Veterans are at particular risk for experiencing IPV and intersecting mental health and social determinants of health concerns (i.e., increased trauma exposure and PTSD) [52,64].…”

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Practical Implications of Research on Intimate Partner Violence Experiences for the Mental Health Clinician

Doyle

Knetig

Iverson

2022

Curr Treat Options Psych

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Purpose of review Individuals experiencing mental health difficulties are at heightened risk for experiencing past and recent intimate partner violence (IPV), including sexual, psychological, and physical violence and/or stalking, from an intimate partner. Yet, mental health clinicians often report limited knowledge about IPV, especially best clinical practices for identifying and addressing IPV experiences in routine mental health care. Recent findings This paper reviews literature on IPV experiences, including prevalence, linkages with mental health problems, considerations for vulnerable populations, and evidence-based practices for screening, assessment, and intervention for IPV in the context of mental health care. These practices are rooted in trauma-informed and person-centered care principles and emphasize safety and empowerment. Summary We conclude by commenting on common clinician challenges and considerations for case conceptualization for individuals experiencing IPV.

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Intimate partner violence among service members and veterans: Differences by sex and rurality.

Cited by 8 publications

References 29 publications

The experience of health and welfare workers in identifying and responding to domestic abuse among military personnel in the UK

The experience of health and welfare workers in identifying and responding to domestic abuse among military personnel in the UK

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Military and Veteran Populations: A Systematic Review of Population-Based Surveys and Population Screening Studies

Practical Implications of Research on Intimate Partner Violence Experiences for the Mental Health Clinician

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