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Culturally specific treatment for partner-abusive Latino men: a qualitative study to identify and implement program
Christauria Welland1, Neil Ribner
1Alliant International University, USA. drchristauriawelland@gmail.com
Violence and Victims
|February 4, 2011
Summary
This study developed a culturally-sensitive Spanish-language treatment program for Latino men addressing intimate partner violence. The program integrates culturally-specific topics and aims to improve clinician effectiveness with this population.
Area of Science:
- Social Science
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) among Latino immigrant men presents unique cultural considerations.
- Existing treatment programs may not adequately address the specific needs of this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and pilot a culturally-appropriate, Spanish-language treatment program for Latino immigrant men who perpetrate IPV.
- To inform clinicians on effective, culturally-sensitive interventions for this demographic.
Main Methods:
- Demographic survey and qualitative interviews with Latino IPV perpetrators in Southern California.
- Piloting a Spanish-language treatment program over 4 years with participant input.
Main Results:
- Culturally-specific topics identified include parenting, gender roles, discrimination, immigration impacts, marital sexual abuse, and spirituality.
- The program addresses alcohol abuse and childhood trauma.
- An empathic, culturally-sensitive approach is effective without diminishing perpetrator responsibility.
Conclusions:
- Culturally-tailored interventions are crucial for addressing IPV in Latino immigrant men.
- The developed program offers a model for enhancing clinical skills and effectiveness.
- Further refinement of programs for this expanding population is recommended.
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