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An expanded approach to batterer intervention programs incorporating neuroscience research.
11Silver School of Social Work, New York University, New York, NY, USA.
Trauma, Violence & Abuse
|August 28, 2013
Summary
Batterer Intervention Programs need neurobiology insights. This review integrates research on addiction, PTSD, and trauma to improve treatments for intimate partner violence perpetrators.
Area of Science:
- Neurobiology
- Psychology
- Criminology
Background:
- Batterer Intervention Programs (BIPs) lack neurobiological grounding.
- Perpetrators of intimate partner violence (IPV) often have co-occurring disorders like addiction, PTSD, mood, anxiety, and personality disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review neurobiological findings relevant to treating disorders common in IPV perpetrators.
- To advocate for integrating trauma-informed, neurobiologically-informed approaches into BIPs.
- To propose recommendations for enhancing existing programs.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of neurobiology research.
- Analysis of findings related to addiction, PTSD, mood, anxiety, and personality disorders.
- Examination of the links between childhood trauma, emotional regulation, and IPV.
Main Results:
- Neurobiological research offers insights into disorders prevalent in IPV perpetrators.
- Childhood trauma significantly impacts emotional regulation and intimate partner violence.
- Existing BIPs can be enhanced by incorporating evidence-based, neurobiological strategies.
Conclusions:
- BIPs should incorporate neurobiological findings for more effective treatment.
- Addressing childhood trauma and emotional regulation is crucial for IPV intervention.
- An expanded, integrated approach can invigorate existing intervention programs.
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