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Client narratives about experiences with a multicouple treatment program for intimate partner violence.
Jeff Todahl1, Deanna Linville, Abby F Tuttle Shamblin
1Couples and Family Therapy Program, University of Oregon, 5251 University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403-5251, USA. jtodahl@uoregon.edu
Journal of Marital and Family Therapy
|July 7, 2012
Summary
This study explored couples' experiences with conjoint treatment for intimate partner violence. Findings reveal key themes like safety perceptions, benefits, and attitudinal and behavioral changes in participants.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health issue.
- Conjoint couples treatment for IPV is recognized as safe and effective.
- Limited research exists on couples' perspectives regarding conjoint treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore couples' lived experiences within a conjoint treatment program for IPV.
- To understand participant perceptions of safety, benefits, and changes during treatment.
- To identify key themes from the client and staff perspectives.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative narrative analysis methodology was employed.
- Conducted 48 client participant interviews.
- Conducted five staff interviews to supplement client narratives.
Main Results:
- Recurring themes included perceptions of safety and experienced benefits.
- Participants reported attitudinal and behavioral changes.
- Key learning points and program effectiveness were identified.
Conclusions:
- Conjoint couples treatment for IPV yields positive outcomes from the participants' viewpoint.
- Understanding couples' perspectives is crucial for program refinement and implementation.
- Findings inform future research directions and training for therapists.
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