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Intimate partner abuse perpetrated by employees
Emily F Rothman1, Melissa J Perry1
1Department of Maternal and Child Health.
Journal of Occupational Health Psychology
|July 29, 2004
Summary
Men convicted of partner abuse reported work difficulties and using workplace resources to harass victims. Employers may need tailored partner abuse training, as current policies like zero-tolerance may be ineffective.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Criminology
Background:
- Partner abuse perpetration can extend into the workplace.
- Understanding the intersection of domestic violence and employment is crucial for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how partner abuse perpetration impacts employment.
- To examine the methods men used to harass victims via the workplace.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative and quantitative data collection.
- Focus groups and surveys with 29 men convicted of partner abuse.
Main Results:
- Men linked abuse perpetration to work absences, reduced productivity, and errors.
- Workplace resources (phones, vehicles, email, coworkers) were used for victim harassment.
- Zero-tolerance policies may be ineffective; some employers offered inappropriate services (e.g., alcohol-abuse services).
Conclusions:
- Partner abuse has tangible workplace consequences.
- Employer training on partner abuse is recommended.
- Current workplace policies and interventions may require re-evaluation.