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Understanding and Addressing Women's Use of Force in Intimate Relationships: A Retrospective
Lisa Young Larance1, Leigh Goodmark2, Susan L Miller3
11 University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
Violence Against Women
|February 27, 2019
Summary
This study examines women
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Criminology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Understanding women's use of force in intimate heterosexual relationships is evolving.
- Previous research has often overlooked or marginalized the experiences of women in these situations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey the current understanding of women's use of force in intimate heterosexual relationships.
- To explore characteristics of women who use force, particularly within marginalized communities.
- To examine the impact of legal responses on this population and overview best practices in gender-responsive programming.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing research.
- Intersectional analysis to consider diverse experiences.
- Overview of legal responses and community-based programming.
Main Results:
- Identifies common characteristics of women using force.
- Highlights the unique experiences of women in marginalized communities.
- Examines the influence of legal frameworks and programming on women's use of force.
Conclusions:
- Effectively responding to women's use of force in intimate relationships presents ongoing challenges.
- Further development of gender-responsive interventions is needed.
- An intersectional approach is crucial for comprehensive understanding and support.
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