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Reproductive Coercion and Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration Among Young Adult Males
Emily A Muñoz1, Vi Donna Le2, Ryan C Shorey1
1University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, USA.
Violence Against Women
|August 21, 2023
Summary
Reproductive coercion, controlling a partner's reproductive choices, was perpetrated by 6.4% of men in the study. This behavior was significantly linked to other forms of intimate partner violence (IPV).
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Criminology
- Sociology
Background:
- Reproductive coercion involves controlling a partner's reproductive decisions.
- Research on male perpetration of reproductive coercion is limited.
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) encompasses various abusive behaviors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of reproductive coercion perpetration by men.
- To investigate the association between reproductive coercion and other forms of IPV.
Main Methods:
- A diverse community sample of young adults was surveyed.
- Lifetime prevalence of reproductive coercion perpetration was assessed.
- Chi-square analyses examined relationships with sexual, physical, and psychological IPV.
Main Results:
- 6.4% of men reported perpetrating reproductive coercion in their lifetime.
- Men reporting sexual, physical, or psychological IPV also reported higher rates of reproductive coercion.
- Specific prevalence rates for IPV were: sexual (16.2%), physical (11.1%), and psychological (59.1%).
Conclusions:
- Reproductive coercion is a relevant issue among men in intimate relationships.
- Reproductive coercion perpetration is significantly associated with other forms of IPV.
- Further research is needed to understand and address male perpetration of reproductive coercion.
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